Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our Walnut and Blue Cheese Tart with Cranberries, a culinary masterpiece that combines sweet, savory, and tangy notes in perfect harmony. The buttery shortcrust pastry provides a sturdy base for a delectable filling made from creamy blue cheese, crunchy walnuts, and sweet cranberries, all harmoniously united by a velvety custard. Alongside the star of the show, discover a collection of equally enticing recipes: treat yourself to a classic Victoria Sponge Cake, a nostalgic delight that embodies British teatime tradition. For a taste of rustic charm, try the hearty Mushroom and Leek Pie, a comforting dish that showcases the earthy flavors of mushrooms and leeks enveloped in a flaky pastry crust. And for those with a sweet tooth, the decadent Chocolate Mousse is a rich and airy indulgence that will satisfy any chocolate craving.
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BLUE CHEESE WALNUT TART
This simple yet elegant tart gives any casual get-together a touch of class. It's wonderful as a lunch entree and also perfect as part of a springtime brunch buffet. -Erin Chilcoat, Central Islip, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 45m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Press pastry onto the bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 9-in. fluted tart pan with removable bottom; trim edges. Bake at 425° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool completely on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, blue cheese and garlic until blended. Add the cream, egg, cayenne and pepper; beat well. Spread mixture into crust. Sprinkle with red peppers, walnuts and parsley. Cover and freeze for up to 3 months, or bake, uncovered, at 375° for 15-20 minutes or until center is set., To use frozen tart: Remove from the freezer 30 minutes before baking (do not thaw). Uncover; place on a baking sheet. Bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until center is set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 16g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 208mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.
WALNUT AND BLUE CHEESE TART WITH CRANBERRIES
I found this recipe in an old issue of Gourmet. It was in a Diamond Walnut advertisement. I haven't made it yet, but wanted to save it here.
Provided by MarieRynr
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 1h
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Pulse the dry ingredients and butter in a food processor until the mixture resembles dry bread crumbs. Add milk and pulse just until the dough comes together. Remove and shape into a ball, then press the ball into a 9 inch tart tin. Prick all over with a fork. Freeze for half an hour. Bake at 180*C/375*F for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown.
- For the filling, heat oil in a heavy pan over medium heat. Add the onion. Season with salt and saute for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring, until soft and caramelized. Add the cranberries and sugar. Cook until the cranberries pop. Stir in the walnuts and thyme. Set aside.
- Lower the oven temperature to 160*C/350*F.
- Combine the eggs and cream in a bowl, whisking until smooth. Spoon the cranberry mixture into the tart shell, then crumble the blue cheese over top. Pour the egg mixture over top of it all. Bake until the tart is golden and the custard is set, about 15 to 20 minutes. Cool 15 minutes before serving.
DIAMOND WALNUT AND BLUE CHEESE TART WITH CRANBERRIES
I love blue cheese and cranberries. This is DELICIOUS and I make it every Christmas. Got it from a "Diamond" ad in a 2002 magazine. (To say that the filling of this pie, that has blue cheese, tastes like "stuffing" is beyond me...)
Provided by EURrosa1
Categories Cheese
Time 55m
Yield 1 tart, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- CRUST: Pulse dry ingredients and butter in food processor until mixture resembles fine bread crumbs. Add milk; pulse until cough comes together. Turn mixture into a ball then press it into a 9" tart pan. Prick crust. Freeze half hour. Bake at 375 F for 15-20 minutes, until golden.
- FILLING: Heat oil in heavy pan, add onion and salt and saute 10-15 minutes--be sure to stir constantly. Add cranberries and sugar; cook until berries pop. Stir in nuts and thyme; set aside.
- Combine eggs and cream and whisk until smooth. Spoon walnut-berry mixture into tart shell; crumble blue cheese over top and pour egg mixture over it.
- Bake at 350 F for 15-20 minutes, until golden.
- Cool 15 minutes before serving.
CRANBERRY WALNUT TART
Meet the Cook: People tell me that they like the combination of a tart cranberry taste and the crunchy walnut texture in this dessert. I grew up in a rural community - so my sisters and I did a lot of cooking early! My husband and I have two married sons (plus 2-1/2 grandkids!), and I've collected strawberries for 21 years. -Beverly Mix, Missoula, Montana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar and salt. With a pastry blender, cut in butter until mixture resembles very coarse crumbs. Add egg and stir lightly with fork just until mixture forms a ball, adding the water if necessary. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate at least 1 hour. , Grease a 9-in. fluted tart pan with removable bottom. Press chilled pastry onto the bottom and up the sides of pan. Line pastry shell with foil; fill with pie weights, raw rice or beans to prevent shrinkage. Bake at 375° for 10 minutes. Remove weights and bake another 5 minutes. Cool. , Meanwhile, for filling, combine sugar, syrup, eggs, butter and zest in a large bowl; set aside. Place walnuts and cranberries in bottom of tart; pour sugar mixture into pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until crust is golden, edge of filling is firm and center is almost set. Cool on wire rack. Chill until serving. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 113mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
FRISéE SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE, WALNUT, AND CRANBERRY CROSTINI
Categories Cheese Leafy Green Nut Appetizer Bake Cocktail Party Thanksgiving Quick & Easy Blue Cheese Cranberry Walnut Fall Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange bread slices on baking sheet. Brush bread slices on top side with 2 tablespoons walnut oil. Bake until crisp, about 5 minutes.
- Mix walnuts, cheese, 4 tablespoons shallots, and dried cranberries in medium bowl. Spread mixture on toasts. Bake until cheese melts, about 4 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine frisée, 2 tablespoons shallots, 2 tablespoons walnut oil, and vinegar in bowl. Sprinkle with fleur de sel; toss. Serve with crostini.
PEAR, WALNUT & BLUE CHEESE TART
Let seasonal pears take centre stage in this marvellous walnut and blue cheese tart. It makes an ideal starter, lunch or alternative cheese course
Provided by Rosie Birkett
Categories Dinner, Lunch
Time 1h30m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- To make the pastry, blitz the walnuts in a food processor until they resemble breadcrumbs. Add the flour and a large pinch of salt. Pulse briefly to combine, then add the butter and pulse until it resembles large crumbs. Add the egg yolk and pulse until the dough comes together (add 1 tbsp cold water if it seems dry). Squash the dough into a disc, then wrap in baking parchment and chill for at least 30 mins.
- Heat the oven to 180C/160C fan/ gas 5. Heat the butter and 1 tbsp oil in a heavy-based frying pan or skillet over a medium heat, and cook the shallots, sage and chard stalks for 5-8 mins until soft and starting to caramelise. Add the chard leaves and continue to cook until wilted, then remove from the heat.
- Put the chilled pastry between two sheets of baking parchment and roll out to the thickness of a £1 coin. Use it to line a 20cm tart tin, then chill for 30 mins until firm. Toss the pear slices in 1-2 tsp oil on a baking sheet.
- Scrunch up a sheet of baking parchment and use it to line the pastry case, then fill with baking beans. Bake for 15 mins, alongside the pears. Remove both from the oven. Remove the parchment and beans from the pastry case, then bake for 8-10 mins more, until the bottom is golden and crisp.
- Lightly beat the eggs in a bowl, then season with some nutmeg and whisk in the crème fraîche. Stir in the cheese. Pour half the mixture into the tart case, then layer in two-thirds of the chard mixture. Arrange the roasted pear slices and remaining chard mix on top, then pour over the remaining custard. Dot over the walnut halves, then bake for 28-30 mins, or until golden and cooked through. Leave to cool for 20 mins, then slice and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 614 calories, Fat 48 grams fat, SaturatedFat 23 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 28 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 16 grams protein, Sodium 0.8 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- To make the perfect shortcrust pastry, use cold butter and work it quickly into the flour. This will prevent the pastry from becoming tough.
- When blind baking the pastry case, use baking beans or rice to weigh it down. This will help to prevent the pastry from shrinking or bubbling.
- For a richer flavor, use a good quality blue cheese, such as Stilton or Gorgonzola.
- If you don't have any fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries instead. Just thaw them before using.
- Serve the tart warm or at room temperature. It can be garnished with fresh herbs, such as thyme or rosemary.
Conclusion:
This walnut and blue cheese tart with cranberries is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making it a great option for busy cooks. The combination of sweet cranberries, tangy blue cheese, and crunchy walnuts is sure to please everyone at your table.
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