Baby Tarts of Blue Cheese (German and Vegetarian)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Yumilicious Baby Tarts of Blue Cheese recipe for your taste buds
in Pastry

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

500 g shortcrust pastry ( ready-made & thawed if frozen )
2 leeks ( washed , patted dry & thinly sliced )
2 tablespoons canola oil
500 g sauerkraut ( jarred or canned , rinsed & well-drained )
250 g blue cheese ( blue brie suggested , crumbled or diced sml )
1 teaspoon caraway seed ( caraway preferred , but may use cumin seeds )
1 large egg
2 egg yolks
250 ml milk
salt & freshly ground black pepper ( to taste )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
296
Sugar
1g
Fat
19g
These Baby Tarts of Blue Cheese are a German-inspired dish that combines savory sauerkraut with tangy blue cheese in a delicious pastry shell. The result is a mouth-watering flavour explosion that is perfect as a light lunch or appetizer. The filling is rich and creamy, while the pastry shell adds a satisfying crunch. The caraway seed adds a warm and slightly sweet flavour that complements the rest of the ingredients perfectly. This recipe is perfect for a cozy night in or to impress your dinner guests with a gourmet appetizer.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.Roll out the pastry on a lightly floured surface.
3.Cut out 12 3-inch (7.6 cm) rounds and fit them into a muffin tin.
4.Prick the bottom of each pastry shell with a fork.
5.In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the sliced leeks in canola oil for 5 minutes or until tender.
6.Add sauerkraut and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
7.Remove from heat and stir in the blue cheese and caraway seed.
8.Divide the mixture equally among the pastry shells.
9.In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg, egg yolks, milk, salt, and pepper.
10.Pour the egg mixture over the filling in each pastry shell.
11.Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the pastry is golden and the filling is set.

PROS

These Baby Tarts of Blue Cheese are a delicious and savory dish that can be served as an appetizer or main course.

They are easy to make and can be prepared in advance for a quick and tasty meal.

CONS

Blue cheese can be an acquired taste, so some people may not like the strong flavour.

Also, sauerkraut can be a polarising ingredient as it has a distinct tang.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Leeks are a great source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron and folate.
Sauerkraut is a fermented food that is high in probiotics, which can help improve gut health.
Blue cheese contains calcium and protein, but should be consumed in moderation due to its high sodium content.

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