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Onion Cottage Cheese Tart

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A delicate, buttery tart filled with creamy cottage cheese and topped with roasted red onions for a beautifully rustic and savory dish. Perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner!

Ingredients

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For the Tart Crust:

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 2 tablespoons ice water

For the Filling:

  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 cup shredded Gruyère or Parmesan cheese
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced

 

Instructions

  • Prepare the Tart Crust:

    • In a bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
    • Add egg yolk and ice water, mixing just until the dough comes together.
    • Roll out the dough and press it into a tart pan. Chill for 30 minutes.

  • Blind Bake the Crust:

    • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Prick the crust with a fork, line with parchment paper, and fill with baking weights.
    • Blind bake for 10 minutes, remove the weights, and bake for another 5 minutes. Let cool slightly.

  • Prepare the Filling:

    • In a bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, heavy cream, eggs, salt, pepper, and thyme.
    • Stir in the shredded cheese and pour the mixture into the pre-baked tart crust.
    • Arrange the red onion slices on top.

 

  • Bake the Tart:

    • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set and golden.
    • Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For added depth of flavor, caramelize the red onions before adding them to the tart.
  • Swap Gruyère with feta or goat cheese for a tangier taste.

 

  • Serve warm with a side salad for a complete meal.

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