ASPARAGUS & LEEK TART

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Make and share this Asparagus & Leek Tart recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kermit in Huntsville

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Time 44m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 sheets phyllo pastry
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
2 leeks (white & pale green only)
8 ounces asparagus
1 tablespoon butter (unsalted)
8 ounces ricotta cheese (fresh)
1 cup parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons thyme (fresh)
1 egg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375F.
  • Lay out 1 sheet of phyllo pastry then bush lightly with olive oil and some parmesan cheese.
  • Repeat with remaining layers.
  • With a sharp knife cut layers into 4 pieces.
  • Snuggle pastry into 4 single serving casserole dishes (approx. 1 1/2 cup capacity).
  • Refrigerate until ready to fill.
  • To make filling slice the leeks into 1/4" rings and wash well then drain.
  • Slice the asparagus into 1 1/2" pieces.
  • Melt buttering in a large skillet over medium heat and cook leeks and asparagus until tender crisp, about 6 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and set aside.
  • In a large bowl stir together cheeses, sour cream, thyme and egg.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Spoon mixture evenly among the pastry shells and place asparagus & leeks on top.
  • Place dishes on a baking sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes.
  • Serve warm or cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506.4, Fat 33.7, SaturatedFat 16.6, Cholesterol 124.7, Sodium 809.4, Carbohydrate 25.1, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 3.6, Protein 26.7

Bonaventure Tiifu
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This tart is delicious! I love the combination of asparagus, leeks, and goat cheese.


Spence Bod
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I've made this tart several times and it's always a hit. It's a great dish to bring to a potluck or party.


Bryce Fowler
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This tart is a great way to use up leftover puff pastry. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


A Cyr
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I'm not a very experienced cook, but this tart turned out great! I followed the recipe step-by-step and it was easy to make.


Leigh Herman
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This is a delicious and elegant tart. It's perfect for a special occasion.


nyombi jeron
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This tart is easy to make and it's perfect for a party. I cut it into small pieces and served it as an appetizer.


Suzanne Hubbard
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I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I loved this tart! The leeks and goat cheese really balance out the flavor.


Anugraha Bhandari
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This is a great recipe for a spring tart. The asparagus and leeks are fresh and flavorful.


Sakhile Madida
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I love this tart! It's so flavorful and the crust is amazing.


rich invester
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This tart is easy to make and it's perfect for a light lunch or dinner. I served it with a side salad and it was a hit!


Domonique Brown
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I followed the recipe exactly and the tart turned out perfectly. It was so good that I ate two pieces!


Herbert Mthokozisi
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This is a beautiful and delicious tart! The asparagus and leeks are perfectly cooked and the goat cheese adds a nice tang.


Asanda Mvuyane
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I've made this tart several times and it always turns out great. It's a great way to use up leftover asparagus and leeks.


Zayden Socarro
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This asparagus leek tart was a hit at my dinner party! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the crust was flaky and delicious.