Best 3 Gruyere Caramelized Onion Tarts Recipes

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Indulge in the exquisite Gruyère caramelized onion tarts, a culinary delight that tantalizes your taste buds with its rich, savory flavors and delightful textures. This article embarks on a culinary journey, guiding you through a curated selection of remarkable recipes that showcase the art of crafting these delectable pastries. From traditional techniques to innovative twists, discover the secrets to creating perfect Gruyère caramelized onion tarts that will impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

GRUYERE & CARAMELIZED ONION TARTS



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Garlic and onion is a match made in heaven in my opinion, so I love creating new recipes to showcase the pair. Gruyere cheese adds impeccable flavor to the eye-catching starter. -Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed
1 cup shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion in oil and butter until softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, uncovered, for 40 minutes or until deep golden brown, stirring occasionally. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in salt and pepper., Unfold each puff pastry sheet onto an ungreased baking sheet. Using a knife, score decorative lines around the edges of each pastry. Spread onion mixture to within 1/2 in. of edges. Sprinkle with cheeses and thyme., Bake at 400° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Cut each tart into 12 pieces. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 125mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CARAMELIZED ONION AND APPLE TARTS WITH GRUYERE AND THYME



CARAMELIZED ONION AND APPLE TARTS WITH GRUYERE AND THYME image

Categories     Cheese     Apple

Yield 32 tartlets

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 Tbs. vegetable oil
1 1/2 lb. yellow onions, halved and thinly sliced
1 tsp. kosher salt, plus more, to taste
2 Tbs. unsalted butter
1 lb. tart apples, peeled and sliced 1/8 inch thick
1 tsp. sugar
1 1/2 oz. aged Gruyère cheese, coarsely grated
2 Tbs. minced fresh chives
1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme
1/8 tsp. freshly ground pepper, plus more, to taste
1 package (1 lb.) frozen puff pastry dough, thawed
1 egg, beaten with 2 Tbs. water

Steps:

  • In a large fry pan over medium heat, warm the oil. Add the onions and the 1 tsp. salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden brown, about 30 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and let the filling cool to room temperature. Position 1 rack in the upper third and 1 rack in the lower third of an oven and preheat to 400°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. In the same pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the apples and sugar and stir to coat the apples. Cook, stirring, until the apples are just starting to caramelize and have softened, about 10 minutes. Transfer to the bowl with the onions and stir in the cheese, chives, thyme and the 1/8 tsp. pepper. Cut the puff pastry into 2-inch squares and place on the prepared baking sheets, spacing the squares about 1 inch apart. Brush the pastry squares with the egg mixture and place a heaping 1 Tbs. filling in the center of each square. Season with salt and pepper. Bake, rotating the baking sheets from top to bottom and front to back halfway through baking, until the pastry is crisp underneath and golden brown on top, about 25 minutes. Transfer the baking sheets to wire racks and let the tarts cool to room temperature. Serve at room temperature. Makes 32 tarts.

CARAMELIZED ONION AND GRUYERE TARTS



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Categories     Cheese

Yield 8 tarts

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups grated Gruyere cheese, about 10 oz
8 oz cream cheese softened
1 T dijon mustard
1 T fresh chopped oregano
3/4 T fresh ground pepper
2 T unsalted butter
2 large sweet yellow onions, sliced 1/4 inch thick, about 12 cups
2 T fresh thyme
1 box frozen puff pastry, thawed
1/2 cup sliced kalamata olives

Steps:

  • Make the tarts; heat oven to 400 degrees. Mix gruyere, cream cheese, mustard, oregano, and pepper in a small bowl and set aside. Melt butter in a large skillet, add onions and cook, stirring occasionally over medium low heat until dark brown and caramelized, about 1 hour. Stir in the thyme and set aside. With a sharp knife, cut the puff pastry dough into 8 equal sized pieces. Roll each piece out to an 8x6 rectangle. Spread about 1/4 cup of the cheese mixture on the dough, leaving a 1/2 inch border all the way around. Top with 1/4 cup of the caramelized onions and 1 T of the olives. Bake tarts on parchment lined baking pans for 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 375 degrees and bake until puffed and golden about 12 more minutes. To freeze tarts; Place uncooked tarts on parchement lined baking sheets, cover with plastic wrap and freeze until solid, about 2 hours. Wrap each frozen tart securely in freezer paper or aluminum foil and stack them in an airtight container. Store frozen for up to 2 months. To serve, bake frozen tarts at 400 degrees for 12 minutes, reduce oven temperature to 375 degrees and bake until puffed and golden about 15 more minutes

Tips:

  • Use a good quality Gruyère cheese. A good Gruyère cheese will have a nutty, slightly sweet flavor. Avoid using pre-shredded cheese, as it doesn't melt as well.
  • Caramelize the onions slowly and patiently. This will bring out their natural sweetness and flavor. Don't rush the process, or the onions will burn.
  • Use a variety of onions. Using a variety of onions, such as yellow, white, and red, will add depth of flavor to the tarts.
  • Don't overfill the tart shells. The filling should be about 3/4 full, otherwise it will spill over when baking.
  • Bake the tarts until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. This usually takes about 25-30 minutes.
  • Let the tarts cool slightly before serving. This will allow the filling to set and the flavors to meld.

Conclusion:

Gruyère caramelized onion tarts are a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. Try serving them with a dollop of crème fraîche, a green salad, or your favorite soup. No matter how you choose to serve them, these tarts are sure to be a hit!

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