Andorran Mushroom Tart
A rustic and flavorful tart featuring a medley of local mushrooms, creamy cheese, and aromatic herbs, baked in a flaky pastry crust.
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 sheet Puff pastry(store-bought or homemade)
- 500 g Mixed mushrooms(such as cremini, shiitake, or wild mushrooms, sliced)
- 1 large Onion(finely chopped)
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves(minced)
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Crème fraîche
- 100 g Comté cheese(grated)
- 50 g Goat cheese(crumbled)
- 1 tbsp Fresh thyme(chopped)
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley(chopped)
- 1 Egg yolk(for brushing pastry)
- Salt(to taste)
- Black pepper(to taste)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out puff pastry and place on a baking sheet. Lightly score a 1-inch border around the edges. Prick the base of the pastry with a fork, avoiding the border.
💡 Tip: Scoring the border helps it puff up nicely. - 2
In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 3
Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until they release their liquid and start to brown, about 10-15 minutes.
💡 Tip: Don't overcrowd the pan; cook mushrooms in batches if necessary to ensure they brown rather than steam. - 4
Stir in the crème fraîche, grated Comté cheese, chopped thyme, and chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another 2 minutes until the cheese is melted and the mixture is well combined.
💡 Tip: Taste and adjust seasoning before adding to the tart. - 5
Spread the mushroom mixture evenly over the base of the puff pastry, staying within the scored border.
- 6
Brush the border of the pastry with the egg yolk. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed, and the filling is heated through.
- 7
Remove from oven, sprinkle with crumbled goat cheese, and let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Use a variety of mushrooms for a more complex flavor and texture.
- ✓For a richer tart, you can add a splash of white wine or sherry to the mushroom mixture while cooking.
- ✓This tart can be served warm or at room temperature.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add a layer of caramelized onions beneath the mushroom mixture.
- Incorporate other herbs like chives or tarragon.
- Use a different cheese blend, such as Gruyère or Emmental.