Description
This Onion Cottage Cheese Tart is a delightful savory pastry combining sweet caramelized onions and creamy cottage cheese on a crisp puff pastry base. Perfect as a light meal or an elegant appetizer, it blends rich flavors with a flaky texture, all baked to golden perfection and garnished with fresh parsley.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry
- 1 sheet puff pastry
Onion Mixture
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp thyme
Filling & Seasoning
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure easy cleanup and prevent sticking.
- Caramelize the Onions: In a pan over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the thinly sliced onions and cook them, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes until they become soft and golden brown. Stir in the sugar and thyme, then continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes to deepen the caramelization and flavor.
- Prepare the Pastry: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet to fit your baking sheet. Carefully transfer it onto the lined baking sheet, making sure it lays flat.
- Assemble the Tart: Spread the cottage cheese evenly over the puff pastry, leaving a small border around the edges. Next, distribute the caramelized onions evenly over the cottage cheese layer.
- Season and Bake: Sprinkle salt and freshly ground pepper over the assembled tart for seasoning. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes until the pastry is puffed, golden brown, and the edges are crisp.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the tart from the oven and garnish it with freshly chopped parsley. Slice into 6 equal pieces and serve warm for the best flavor and texture experience.
Notes
- Use chilled puff pastry for better puff and texture during baking.
- For a deeper onion flavor, cook the onions longer over low heat until deeply caramelized.
- The tart can be served warm or at room temperature, making it versatile for different occasions.
- Substitute cottage cheese with ricotta or cream cheese if preferred.
- Fresh thyme can be used instead of dried for a more aromatic flavor.
