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Mushroom, Shallot and Herbed Goat Cheese Tarts Recipe

Mushroom, Shallot and Herbed Goat Cheese Tarts Recipe
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A delightful appetizer featuring flaky puff pastry filled with a creamy mixture of herbed goat cheese, sautéed mushrooms, shallots, and garlic, finished with fresh herbs for a gourmet touch.

Ingredients

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Puff Pastry

  • 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed

Vegetables

  • 1 cup mushrooms, chopped (such as cremini or button)
  • 1 shallot, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Filling

  • 4 ounces herbed goat cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 large egg

Others

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh herbs (such as thyme or parsley), for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the tarts.
  2. Prepare Puff Pastry: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut the pastry into squares or circles, depending on your tartlet molds.
  3. Fit Pastry into Molds: Place the pastry pieces into tartlet molds, ensuring they fit well. Prick the bottom with a fork to prevent puffing during baking.
  4. Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped mushrooms, shallots, and garlic. Sauté until the mushrooms are softened and the shallots are translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then remove from heat.
  5. Prepare Cheese Mixture: In a bowl, mix the softened herbed goat cheese with heavy cream until creamy. Beat in the egg until fully incorporated. This mixture will be the filling for the tarts.
  6. Combine Ingredients: Add the sautéed mushrooms and shallots to the cheese mixture. Stir until well combined.
  7. Fill Tart Shells: Spoon the mushroom and cheese mixture into the prepared pastry shells, filling each one to the brim.
  8. Bake Tarts: Place the filled tarts in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is set.
  9. Cool Down: Remove the tarts from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before removing them from the molds.
  10. Garnish: For an extra touch, garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure the puff pastry is properly thawed before rolling for best results.
  • Use fresh herbs for garnish to enhance flavor and presentation.
  • Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper according to taste.
  • For a vegetarian diet, verify that the puff pastry contains no animal-derived ingredients.
  • Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.

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Keywords: mushroom tart, goat cheese tartlet, puff pastry appetizer, herbed goat cheese recipe, vegetarian appetizers

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