Onion Tarte
Try this Onion Tarte recipe, or contribute your own.
Try this Onion Tarte recipe, or contribute your own.
- Carbohydrate 39.0526211675685 g
- Cholesterol 69.3739431856611 mg
- Fat 25.3395020138654 g
- Fiber 1.35662502384186 g
- Protein 6.01939881214068 g
- Saturated Fat 15.7651964710856 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (103g)
- Sodium 232.144181476158 mg
- Sugar 37.6959961437266 g
- Trans Fat 1.81781450625634 g
- Calories 407 calories
Step-by-step
- To make the Shortcrust, place the butter into a mixing bowel and add the flour and salt.
- With your hand mix the content and add water gradually to the butter flour mixture.
- Work the dough out and keep to rest in a cool place for about 1 hour.
- After an hour take out the dough and work it out shortly again.
- Roll it out to ½ cm thickness.
- First place the Tart form on top of some baking/butter paper and draw and cut out in the form's size, then place the tart form on the dough and and cut out according to the form with 2 cm distance.
- Butter the tart form and place the cut out dough carefully into the form. Fit it well as shown!
- Preheat the oven to 200 Celsius!
- Poke with a fork randomly into the dough in the form. That will prevent the crust to deform while baking.
- Place on top of the dough the cut out baking paper and add a weight inside such as beans or lentils.
- Bake it for 12 mins alone!
- In the meanwhile, chop the Onions roughly and fry in the butter till translucent. Let them cool at the side.
- In a bowl combine the Egg, Cream, Thyme, Salt and Pepper.
- The short crust should be baked enough after 12 min. Take it out and place the fried Onion into the short crust as shown.
- Top the whole well with the Egg cream mixture.
- Place into the oven and bake for 30 mins at 200 Celsius.
- Serve warm!
My Unexpected Culinary Adventure: A Simple Onion Tarte
As a busy professional, juggling meetings, deadlines, and the occasional impromptu client dinner, finding time for elaborate cooking is, let’s be honest, a luxury I rarely afford myself. My evenings are often a whirlwind of emails and spreadsheets, leaving little energy for anything beyond a quick microwave meal. But this week, something unexpected happened. A sudden burst of sunshine, the promise of a quiet weekend, and a lingering craving for something comforting – all conspired to lure me into the kitchen. The result? An unexpectedly delightful onion tarte.
I'm not a natural cook. My culinary repertoire largely consists of reheated leftovers and expertly-crafted avocado toast. The idea of tackling a pastry crust usually sends shivers down my spine. Yet, the allure of this simple yet elegant dish was too strong to resist. The recipe was surprisingly straightforward, which was a major plus on a weekend already packed with other commitments. The process itself became a surprisingly relaxing experience – the rhythmic kneading of the dough, the satisfying sizzle of onions in butter, the gentle pouring of the creamy egg mixture – it was surprisingly meditative.
The aroma that filled my apartment as the tarte baked was intoxicating. The sweet scent of caramelized onions mingled with the subtle fragrance of thyme, creating a comforting and inviting atmosphere. The taste? Pure bliss. The flaky, buttery crust provided a perfect counterpoint to the sweet and savory filling. The creamy egg mixture added a touch of richness, while the hint of thyme provided a subtle yet delightful complexity. It was far more delicious than I ever anticipated, and a far cry from my usual hurried weeknight dinners.
This experience was a reminder to slow down and appreciate the simple joys of life. It’s a reminder that even a seemingly ordinary recipe, like an onion tarte, can be transformed into something extraordinary with a little patience, a dash of creativity, and a willingness to step outside of one's culinary comfort zone. The finished product wasn't just a meal; it was a small victory, a testament to the power of simple pleasures and the unexpected rewards of stepping away from the screen and into the kitchen.
The ease of the recipe is a huge selling point for me. Even on a busy weekday, I could easily make the crust in advance, and then assemble and bake the tarte in the evening. It's perfect for a light dinner or a satisfying lunch. And the leftovers? They're just as delicious the next day, making it a truly efficient and enjoyable cooking experience. This onion tarte is not just a recipe; it’s a small ritual that adds a touch of calm and deliciousness to my otherwise hectic life. I highly recommend giving it a try – you might be surprised at what you discover.
Ingredients I used (and you could easily adapt): 1 egg, 1 tablespoon water, pinch of salt, pinch of pepper, dash of dried thyme, 100 ml cream, 100 g butter, 200 g white flour, butter for frying and greasing, 5 small onions (I mixed white and purple for added visual appeal)
