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Minnie’s Enchanted Tart

A warm, savory tart shaped like a fun mouse head, featuring caramelized onions, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy walnuts, offering a comforting meal that's perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 48 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the tart base
  • 1/2 head pizza dough Use whole wheat or gluten-free for healthier options.
  • 1/2 pot thick cream Can be substituted with plain Greek yogurt for a lower calorie option.
For the filling
  • 2 pieces Onions Caramelize for added sweetness.
  • 1/2 head garlic Mince for best flavor integration.
  • 1/2 fresh goat cheese Can be replaced with other soft cheeses like ricotta or feta.
  • 1/2 sachet Italian grated cheese
  • 1/2 sachet crushed walnuts Adds crunch and healthy fats.
  • 1/3 sachet dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon Black balsamic vinegar Use to deglaze the pan.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Mustard
  • to taste Olive oil
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning.
For serving
  • 1/2 sachet salad Use a simple green salad with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius (180 degrees Celsius fan assisted).
  2. Slice the onions into thin half moons and cube the fresh goat cheese. Mince the garlic.
  3. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat and brown the onions and garlic for 13 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Deglaze with black balsamic vinegar and water, cooking for 1 more minute until the mixture remains moist.
  5. Cut dough into the shape of Minnie’s head and ears with cookie cutters. Use scraps to form a bow.
  6. Mix the cream with mustard and spread over the dough.
  7. Distribute the onion compote over it, garnish with goat cheese, grated cheese, walnuts, and oregano.
Cooking
  1. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, until the dough is well cooked and cheese is melted.
Serving
  1. Prepare a vinaigrette in a salad bowl with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, seasoning with salt and pepper. Add the salad just before serving.
  2. Cut the tart into portions and serve warm with the salad on the side. Optionally, drizzle with honey for sweet and savory flavors.

Notes

For a healthier version, use half-fat cream or Greek yogurt instead of thick cream. Make ahead by preparing the onion compote up to 2 days in advance.