Elegant Mushroom Goat Cheese Tarts (Printable View)
Buttery pastry filled with mushroom, goat cheese, and herbs delivers refined, savory flavor in every bite.
# Ingredient List:
→ Pastry
01 -
1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
→ Vegetable Filling
02 -
8 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, finely chopped
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2 medium shallots, finely diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Cheese and Herbs
06 -
8 ounces goat cheese, softened
07 -
2 tablespoons fresh herbs (such as thyme or rosemary), chopped
→ Seasoning
08 -
Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
# Preparation Steps:
01 -
Set oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) to ensure even baking.
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Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured work surface. Cut the pastry into 3- or 4-inch squares or circles, then place each piece onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Warm olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced shallots and cook until translucent. Incorporate minced garlic and chopped mushrooms; continue to cook until mushrooms release their moisture and become tender, about 5 to 7 minutes. Season mixture with salt and black pepper as desired.
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Transfer cooked vegetables to a bowl. Combine with softened goat cheese and freshly chopped herbs, mixing thoroughly until smooth and homogenous.
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Spoon an even amount of filling onto the center of each pastry, leaving a visible border around the edges. Gently prick the pastry base with a fork to control puffing during baking.
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Bake trays in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until pastries turn golden brown and develop a crisp texture.
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Allow tarts to cool for several minutes before serving warm or at room temperature for best flavor.
# Supplementary Details:
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For heightened flavor, allow the goat cheese to reach room temperature before mixing with the sautéed vegetables.