Petits Pâtés Aux Olives (Little Olive Tarts)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3

Petits Pâtés Aux Olives - Little Olive Tarts with Goat Cheese and Rosemary

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 1/2 cups large-size brine-cured black olives , plus a few chopped for garnish ( optional )
	3 tablespoons olive oil
	3 1/2 ounces goat cheese , mature
	1 tablespoon finely chopped rosemary , plus
	6 small rosemary sprigs
	1 lb phyllo dough , thawed
	1 egg , slightly beaten

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

0.5g

Fat

Petits Pâtés Aux Olives are small tarts made from phyllo dough and filled with a delicious mixture of olives, goat cheese, and rosemary. These tarts are easy to prepare and are a delicious appetizer, perfect for a party or a family meal. The combination of briny olives, mature goat cheese, and fresh rosemary give these tarts a savory flavor that is sure to please. They can be served hot or cold and are perfect for any occasion. Try these tasty petit tarts at your next get-together or add them to your meal-time routine for a delicious treat.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2.	Place the olives, olive oil, goat cheese, and 1 tablespoon chopped rosemary in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth and creamy.
3.	On a lightly floured surface, roll out the phyllo dough to about 1/8 inch (3mm) thickness. Use a 3-inch (7.5cm) fluted cookie cutter to cut out circles from the dough.
4.	Place the circles in ungreased miniature muffin cups, pressing gently to conform to the shape of the cups.
5.	Spoon about 2 teaspoons of the olive mixture into each cup.
6.	Brush the edges of each dough circle with beaten egg.
7.	Place 1 small rosemary sprig on top of each cup, pressing lightly to adhere.
8.	Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tarts are golden brown and crispy.
9.	Garnish with chopped olives, if desired, and serve warm or at room temperature.

PROS

These little tarts are deliciously savory and are perfect for parties or as an appetizer for any meal.

They are easy and quick to make, and can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.

They are suitable for vegetarians and can be made gluten-free if phyllo dough is substituted with gluten-free pastry.

Olives contain essential nutrients such as oleic acid, vitamin E, and flavonoids that help boost the immune system and fight inflammation.

CONS

Phyllo dough can be difficult to handle as it is very thin and delicate, and will tear if not handled carefully.

Goat cheese has a distinctive flavor that may not be appealing to everyone.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Olives contain antioxidants that reduce inflammation and may help to protect against chronic diseases including cancer and heart disease.
Rosemary is rich in antioxidants and has been used in traditional medicine to improve digestion, reduce inflammation, and relieve pain.