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Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts

Savory Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts to Impress

Experience the delightful flavors of Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts, a must-try appetizer that wows at any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 tarts
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tarts
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Unsalted butter can substitute for a richer flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Consider vegan butter if preferred.
  • 3 medium Onions Use yellow or sweet onions.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Coconut sugar can be a great refined alternative.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Adjust to your liking.
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar White balsamic can be a lighter substitute.
  • a few sprigs Thyme Use fresh if possible, or substitute dried thyme at a ratio of 3:1.
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry Phyllo dough can be used for a thinner texture.
  • 4 ounces Goat Cheese Feta cheese can work as a tasty alternative.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Wire rack
  • floured surface

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add 3 thinly sliced onions, 1 teaspoon of sugar, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and pepper; cook undisturbed for about 5 minutes.
  3. Continue for 15 minutes, then add 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar and thyme; cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and roll out puff pastry on a floured surface; cut into rectangles or circles.
  5. Place pastry on a parchment-lined baking sheet; spoon caramelized onions on top and crumble goat cheese.
  6. Bake for 15 minutes, checking every 2 minutes until the pastry is golden brown.
  7. Allow to cool for a few minutes on a wire rack before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Customize with honey or roasted red peppers for extra flavor. Serve hot for best taste.

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