Artichoke Gouda Tart
The ultimate comfort food, the Artichoke Gouda Tart is creamy, crispy, and oh-so-easy to make. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special gathering, it's bound to impress your family and friends!
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Chef's Knife
- Oven
Ingredients
- 2 sheets frozen puff pastry thawed
- 1 egg beaten egg
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- to taste black pepper
- 1 cup shredded gouda cheese
- 1 cup shredded fontina cheese
- 3 tablespoons chopped peppercinis
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- 3 cloves chopped garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- to taste chili flakes
- 1 jar marinated artichokes drained (14 ounce or two 7.5 oz jars)
- for drizzling honey
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425° F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll the puff pastry out a little to stretch it and then transfer it to the prepared baking sheet. Brush the edges of the pastry with the beaten egg.
- Take the second sheet of pastry and cut four (1/2 inch) wide strips. Stick the strips around the edges of the larger sheet of pastry, pressing to adhere.
- Brush the edges of the big pastry sheet with the egg, then sprinkle with sesame seeds and black pepper.
- Prick the inside of the pastry all over with a fork. This prevents the pastry from puffing up too much in the oven.
- Working inside the borders, arrange the peppercinis, basil, thyme, garlic, lemon zest, and chili flakes on the pastry.
- Evenly sprinkle the cheeses over the top. Add the artichokes and lightly drizzle over a squeeze of honey.
- Chill in the freezer for 10 minutes.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the pastry is golden and the cheese is melted.
Notes
- Tip 1: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat in the oven to restore crispiness.
- Tip 2: You can freeze the assembled tart before baking. Just thaw and bake when you're ready to enjoy it!
- Tip 3: Serve the tart with a fresh salad for a complete meal. A light vinaigrette complements the richness of the tart perfectly.
- Tip 4: Feel free to experiment with other vegetables, like spinach or roasted red peppers, for added flavor and nutrition.
- Tip 5: For a different flavor, try substituting gouda with other cheeses, like brie or cream cheese.