Alsatian Cheese Tart

Alsatian Cheese Tart
50 min.
36
64kcal

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If you're looking for a delectable dish that brings the flavors of Alsace straight to your table, look no further than this delightful Alsatian Cheese Tart. Combining the savory goodness of bacon with the creamy richness of cheeses, this tart is a perfect appetizer or a delightful addition to any gathering. Its flaky puff pastry base provides the perfect canvas for a luscious blend of cottage cheese, sour cream, and parmesan, which works harmoniously with the smoky bacon and sweet onions.

This recipe is not only simple and quick—it can be prepared in just 50 minutes—but it also serves a crowd, making it ideal for parties, family get-togethers, or festive occasions. Each bite offers a burst of flavor, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. With only 64 calories per piece, you can indulge guilt-free! The balance of protein, fats, and carbohydrates ensures that it’s not just delicious but also satisfying.

As you whisk together the cheese mixture and sauté the bacon to buttery perfection, you’ll find that cooking this tart is as enjoyable as savoring it. The aroma wafting through your kitchen as it bakes will draw in your family and friends, setting the stage for a memorable culinary experience. Whether served warm from the oven or at room temperature, this Alsatian Cheese Tart is sure to be the star of your next gathering!

Ingredients

  • oz bacon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.5 cup curd cottage cheese 
  • 0.3 cup onion packed thinly sliced
  • tablespoon parmesan freshly grated
  •  puff pastry thawed
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup cream sour

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • blender
  • rolling pin

Directions

  1. Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Roll out pastry on a lightly floured surface with a lightly floured rolling pin into a 12-inch square, then transfer to a large baking sheet.
  3. Blend cottage cheese, sour cream, salt, and pepper in a blender until smooth.
  4. Cook bacon in a 10-inch skillet over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until it just begins to brown, about 5 minutes. (Bacon should be tender, not crisp.)
  5. Remove from heat.
  6. Spread cheese mixture evenly over pastry, leaving a 1-inch border all around. Scatter bacon and onion on top, then sprinkle with parmesan.
  7. Bake until pastry is golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes.
  8. Cut into 36 pieces and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories64kcal
Protein9.46%
Fat69.08%
Carbs21.46%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.69
Glycemic Load
1.72
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.115217394155%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.3mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:64.39kcal
3.22%
Fat:4.94g
7.6%
Saturated Fat:1.52g
9.5%
Carbohydrates:3.45g
1.15%
Net Carbohydrates:3.32g
1.21%
Sugar:0.25g
0.27%
Cholesterol:4.65mg
1.55%
Sodium:76.34mg
3.32%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.52g
3.05%
Selenium:2.98µg
4.25%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.8%
Vitamin B3:0.48mg
2.4%
Manganese:0.04mg
1.89%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.85%
Phosphorus:18.15mg
1.82%
Folate:6.05µg
1.51%
Iron:0.2mg
1.12%
Vitamin K:1.15µg
1.1%
Source:Epicurious