Best 4 Tarragon Cheese Loaf Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable Tarragon Cheese Loaf, a savory and aromatic dish that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. This classic recipe combines the distinct flavor of tarragon with the creamy richness of cheese, resulting in a moist and flavorful loaf that is perfect for any occasion. Our collection of recipes offers a variety of options to suit your preferences, from the traditional Tarragon Cheese Loaf to creative variations such as the Tarragon Cheese Loaf with Bacon and the Tarragon Cheese Loaf with Sun-Dried Tomatoes. Each recipe is carefully crafted with step-by-step instructions, ensuring that you can easily recreate this delightful dish in your own kitchen. Whether you are looking for a hearty appetizer, a light lunch, or a satisfying dinner, our Tarragon Cheese Loaf recipes are sure to impress.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TARRAGON MEATLOAF



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Everyone has a different idea of how meatloaf should taste. I am always looking for ways to revise and improve my recipe. The sour cream imparts extra moisture, even if you overcook it a little. The herbs add a fresh taste. If you have time, grind your own beef, using brisket and chuck cuts, and your own pork, using shoulder cuts.

Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound ground beef
3/4 pound ground pork
1 teaspoon hot paprika
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 small yellow onions, peeled and minced (should equal roughly 1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1 cup bread crumbs
2/3 cup ketchup
1 cup sour cream
1 small bunch flat-leaf parsley, stemmed, washed, dried and chopped, 1/4 cup total
1 small bunch tarragon, stemmed, washed, dried and chopped, 1/4 cup total
3 eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
Additional ketchup for brushing, if desired

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, mix the beef and pork and gently knead them together with your hands. Add the paprika, salt and pepper. Add the rest of the ingredients. Mix to blend.
  • The taste test: Heat a small saucepan and add the vegetable oil. When the oil begins to smoke, lower the heat and add a small piece of the mixture. Cook 1 to 2 minutes on each side. Remove from the pan and taste. Check seasoning. If too moist, add more bread crumbs. If too dry, add an extra egg.
  • Mold the meat into a loaf and place it in the center of a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Using a pan without high edges will yield a meatloaf with a crust. Cook, undisturbed, for 15 minutes. Brush it with additional ketchup and lower the oven temperature to 350 degrees F.
  • Bake until the meat is firm when touched or when it has an internal temperature of 150 degrees F, about 45 additional minutes. Remove from the oven, pour off any excess grease and allow it to "rest" for 10 to 15 minutes before serving. Brush again with ketchup, if desired.

ASPARAGUS, GOAT CHEESE AND TARRAGON TART



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Because you don't have to make your own crust, this gorgeous asparagus-striped tart is so easy it almost feels like cheating. But it's not. It's just simple yet stunning, effortlessly chic and company-ready. As there are so few ingredients in this recipe that each one makes an impact, be sure to buy a good all-butter brand of puff pastry. If you can manage to serve this tart warm, within an hour of baking, it will be at its absolute best, with crisp pastry that shatters into buttery bits when you bite down and still-runny cheese. But it's also excellent a few hours later, should you want to get all your baking done before your guests arrive. If tarragon isn't your favorite herb, you can use chives, basil or mint instead. And if you can manage to trim all the asparagus to the same length, this tart will be especially neat and orderly looking.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     weekday, pies and tarts, appetizer

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup goat cheese, at room temperature (4 ounces)
1 large egg, lightly beaten, at room temperature
1 large garlic clove, finely grated or minced
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon leaves, plus more for serving
1/2 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt, plus more for sprinkling
Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
1 cup crème fraîche, at room temperature (8 ounces)
All-purpose flour, for dusting the work surface
1 sheet or square all-butter puff pastry, thawed if frozen (about 9 to 14 ounces; brands vary)
8 ounces thin asparagus, woody ends trimmed
Extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
Freshly ground black pepper
Red-pepper flakes (optional)
1 1/2 ounces Parmesan, shaved with a vegetable peeler (about 1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. In a medium bowl, use a fork or a wooden spoon to mash together the goat cheese, egg, garlic, tarragon, lemon zest, salt and nutmeg until smooth. Switch to a whisk and beat in the crème fraîche until smooth.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out puff pastry into a 13-by-11-inch rectangle about 1/8-inch thick. Transfer the dough to a parchment-lined cookie sheet. With a sharp knife, lightly score a 1/2-inch border around the edges of the puff pastry.
  • Spread the crème fraîche mixture evenly inside the scored border. Line up the asparagus spears on top, and brush them with olive oil. Sprinkle some salt and the grated Parmesan over the asparagus.
  • Bake until the pastry is puffed and golden, 25 to 30 minutes. Let it cool on the cookie sheet for at least 15 minutes or up to 4 hours before serving. Then sprinkle black pepper, red-pepper flakes (if using), the shaved Parmesan and tarragon leaves. Drizzle a little oil on top.

TARRAGON CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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For a quick, hearty main dish that's ideal when the weather's warm, try this casserole. With cooked chicken, it bakes in just half an hour. People love the tasty sauce and cheese on top. -Bob Breno, Strongsville, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
2 cups half-and-half cream
4 teaspoons dried tarragon
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 package (16 ounces) linguine or spaghetti, cooked and drained
6 cups cubed cooked chicken
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Paprika, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine soup, cream, tarragon and pepper. Stir in the linguine and chicken. , Transfer to an ungreased 4-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with the cheese and paprika if desired. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 337mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

TARRAGON CHEESE LOAF



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The distinctive taste of tarragon seasons this savory layered bread from Sheryl Hurd-House of Fenton, Michigan. 'I like to use a round loaf of sourdough,' she notes. Warm wedges are especially good with spaghetti or lasagna.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (1 pound) loaf round bread
¼ cup butter or margarine, softened
2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Slice bread horizontally into thirds; remove top section and set aside. Spread butter over the bottom and middle sections; sprinkle with the tarragon and cheeses. Reassemble loaf; tightly wrap in foil. Bake at 350 degrees F for 25 minutes or until cheese begins to melt. Let stand for 5 minutes. Cut into wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.4 calories, Carbohydrate 29.7 g, Cholesterol 45.4 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 15.6 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 809 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh tarragon for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh tarragon, you can use 1 teaspoon of dried tarragon.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • Be sure to grease and flour the loaf pan before baking. This will help the cheese loaf to come out of the pan easily.
  • Bake the cheese loaf until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This will take about 1 hour.
  • Let the cheese loaf cool for 10 minutes before serving. This will help it to hold its shape.

Conclusion:

This tarragon cheese loaf is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover cheese and tarragon, and it can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. The loaf is moist and flavorful, and the tarragon gives it a unique and delicious taste. This recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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