Description
This Onion Tart is a savory delight that combines the rich, caramelized flavor of onions with the creamy, melted Gruyere cheese, all atop a golden, flaky puff pastry. A perfect appetizer or light meal, this dish is simple to prepare yet bursting with delicious flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet of pre-made puff pastry
- 3 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Gruyere cheese
- Fresh thyme leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large skillet, melt butter and olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions, sugar, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are caramelized, about 20 minutes.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Spread the caramelized onions on top of the puff pastry, leaving a border around the edges.
- Sprinkle the grated Gruyere cheese over the onions.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crispy.
- Garnish with fresh thyme leaves before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a drizzle of balsamic reduction before serving.
- This tart is great served warm or at room temperature.
- You can substitute Gruyere with other cheeses like Parmesan or Brie if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes