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Mushroom, Shallot and Herbed Goat Cheese Tarts Recipe

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These Mushroom, Shallot and Herbed Goat Cheese Tarts are savory, flaky puff pastry squares filled with a flavorful mixture of sautéed mushrooms, shallots, garlic, fresh herbs, and creamy goat cheese. Perfect as an appetizer or light meal, these elegant tarts blend earthy mushrooms with fragrant herbs and tangy cheeses baked to golden perfection in the oven.

Ingredients

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Pastry

  • 10 4-inch puff pastry sheet squares

Filling

  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced (any kind)
  • 1 shallot, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/3 cup parsley leaves, roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
  • 4 oz goat cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon sage
  • 1/4 teaspoon thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon rosemary
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 cup white wine (can substitute with chicken broth)

Finishing

  • 1 egg, whisked (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Puff Pastry: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the puff pastry squares evenly on two large baking pans, leaving 1-2 inches spacing between each, with no more than six squares per pan. Using a fork, gently prick small holes across the surface of each pastry square without puncturing all the way through.
  2. Sauté Aromatics and Mushrooms: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the finely chopped shallot and minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add the sliced mushrooms, remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, sage, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  3. Add Wine and Simmer: Pour in the white wine (or chicken broth) and cook for 4-5 minutes, allowing the liquid to reduce and flavors to concentrate. Once done, turn off the heat.
  4. Incorporate Cheeses and Herbs: Mix in the goat cheese, parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley until the goat cheese melts and the mixture thickens to a creamy consistency suitable for topping the pastries.
  5. Fill and Shape Tarts: Spoon generous amounts of the mushroom and cheese filling onto each puff pastry square. You may leave the edges open for a natural puff or pinch the sides to create decorative edges or boat shapes to your liking.
  6. Apply Egg Wash and Bake: Brush the whisked egg over the exposed puff pastry edges (avoiding the filling) to achieve a golden finish. Bake the tarts in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Remove from oven, allow tarts to cool slightly, and serve warm as an elegant appetizer or light meal.

Notes

  • Use good quality puff pastry for best results, either store-bought or homemade.
  • Mushroom varieties such as cremini, button, or shiitake work well.
  • If you don’t have white wine, chicken broth is a great substitute to add moisture and flavor.
  • Be careful not to puncture the puff pastry completely when pricking holes, as this helps prevent excessive puffing in some areas.
  • Pinching the sides of the pastry allows for creative presentation and helps contain the filling.
  • You can prepare the filling in advance and store it in the fridge until ready to assemble and bake.
  • Allow tarts to cool slightly after baking to let the filling set and avoid burns.

Keywords: mushroom tart, goat cheese tart, puff pastry recipes, vegetarian appetizers, herbed cheese tart, baked savory tarts

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