Mushroom and Ham Puff Pastry Tart There are some recipes that are universally loved from the very first bite. This mushroom and ham puff pastry tart is one of them. A golden, perfectly crispy pastry encasing a melting heart of sautéed mushrooms, smoked ham, and gooey cheese… Just thinking about it makes your mouth water.
It’s the kind of simple, generous, and convivial dish that you love to prepare in any season. Ideal for a quick dinner, a weekend brunch, or even as a starter for a more festive meal. And the best part? It’s just as good hot as it is warm, served with a green salad or a vegetable soup.
Ingredients for 4 people
For the filling:
2 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion or 1 shallot, finely chopped
500 g button mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
150 g smoked ham (or smoked bacon lardons), diced
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp flour
360 ml lukewarm milk (whole or semi-skimmed)
50 g grated cheese (Emmental, Comté, Gruyère or Parmesan)
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Salt, freshly ground black pepper
A pinch of nutmeg (optional)
For assembly:
1 roll of all-butter puff pastry (300 to 350 g)
1 egg yolk + 1 tsp water for the egg wash
Preparation:
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