Best 4 Little Onion Tarts With Gorgonzola And Walnuts Recipes

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Are you searching for a delectable appetizer or a light meal that will tantalize your taste buds? Look no further than little onion tarts with gorgonzola and walnuts. These exquisite tarts combine the sweetness of caramelized onions with the rich and pungent flavors of gorgonzola cheese and crunchy walnuts, all nestled in a flaky and buttery pastry shell. With their elegant appearance and unforgettable taste, these tarts are sure to impress your family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LITTLE ONION TARTS WITH GORGONZOLA AND WALNUTS



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For the holidays, cookie platters abound, but for those without a sweet tooth, these little savory tarts are just as appealing. Caramelized onions and Gorgonzola on buttery pastry rounds, topped with walnuts and sprinkled with rosemary - what's not to love? Perfect with drinks, they reheat beautifully, too.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     finger foods, appetizer

Time 1h

Yield 24 small tarts

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup/150 grams all-purpose flour
Pinch of salt
4 ounces/113 grams unsalted butter, cold, cut in 1/4-inch cubes
2 tablespoons/30 milliliters ice water
1 tablespoon/15 milliliters lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound yellow onions, sliced 1/8-inch thick (about 2 cups)
Salt and pepper
3 ounces Gorgonzola or other blue cheese, cut or broken into 1/2-inch chunks
1/2 cup walnut pieces
1 tablespoon finely chopped rosemary
2 tablespoons finely cut chives
Fleur de sel, for sprinkling (optional)

Steps:

  • Make the pastry: Put flour and salt in a mixing bowl. Add half the butter and work it into the flour until it resembles damp sand. Add the rest of the butter cubes, the ice water and lemon juice and mix just until the dough comes together. (There will be little chunks of butter in the dough - this makes the pastry flaky.) Form dough into a disk shape, wrap in plastic and flatten to a 1-inch thickness. Refrigerate for at least an hour, or up to a day in advance.
  • Make the topping: Put olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and brown for about 5 minutes, stirring. Season generously with salt and pepper. Turn heat to medium and cook until onions are soft and well browned, about 10 minutes. Let cool to room temperature. Heat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Roll out pastry to about 1/8 inch thickness. Using a cookie cutter or a glass, cut out 2-inch rounds and move them to a plate. Once you've filled the plate, transfer to the refrigerator. Reroll the scraps and continue to cut rounds, chilling as you go. You should have 24 pieces.
  • Line 2 baking pans with parchment and lay 12 pastry rounds on each. Put about 1 tablespoon of the caramelized onions on each round, followed by a piece of Gorgonzola. Top each with walnut pieces. Sprinkle with a small pinch of chopped rosemary.
  • Transfer to oven; bake for 10 to 15 minutes, until lightly browned. Sprinkle each tart with chives, and a speck of fleur de sel, if using. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 87, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 65 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ONION, WALNUT AND ROQUEFORT TART



Onion, Walnut and Roquefort Tart image

A recipe from Ris Lacoste, Washington, DC chef extraordinaire. This can be made in an 11" tart pan or as tiny little hors d'oeuvre. If making for lunch or supper, serve with a green salad to which you add a bit of pear. A Riesling or a Sauvignon Blanc is a nice accompaniment.

Provided by Chef Kate

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 2h

Yield 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb pie dough (or puff pastry)
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1 lb Spanish onion, peeled and cut into julienne
2 ounces sweet sherry
8 ounces Roquefort cheese, crumbled (or a domestic blue cheese such as Maytag or Great Hill)
4 ounces walnuts, roasted, chopped, and dusted
8 ounces heavy cream
4 extra-large egg yolks
salt
freshly cracked black pepper
1 pinch cayenne

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • On a floured, cold surface, roll out the pie dough to a 14-inch circle, about 1/8-inch thick. Roll the dough onto the rolling pin and unroll onto the tart pan (use an 11" pan with a removable bottom).
  • Gently mold the dough around the edges to completely line the pan. Roll the rolling pin over the edges of the pan to cut off the excess dough. Patch any spots with the extra dough and then freeze any remaining for later use. Chill the molded pie shell for about 20 minutes before baking or freeze, well wrapped until ready to use.
  • When ready to bake, score the bottom of the tart shell with fork marks to prevent the dough from bubbling. "Blind bake" the tart shell by covering it fully with a sheet of parchment paper and filling the tart with rice or dried beans, making sure to completely fill in the shape of the shell with the beans. This weighted process will allow the crust to bake without shrinking or losing its shape.
  • Bake for about 30 minutes, until shape has set and the dough is lightly colored.
  • Remove the beans and parchment and store for later use.
  • Return the tart shell to the oven and bake another 10 minutes until it is golden brown.
  • Meanwhile, heat the butter and oil in a heavy based sauté pan. Add the onions and cook gently over medium heat, until the onions are caramelized, about 30 minutes.
  • Once caramelized add the sherry and cook until the liquid has evaporated and the onions are dry.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Remove to a plate and chill in the refrigerator. The onions can be made two or three days ahead.
  • Toast the walnuts in the oven until lightly colored, about 10 minutes. When cool enough to handle, coarsely chop the nuts and then place in a colander or large holed strainer and shake until most of the bitter skins or "dust" is removed. Set aside until ready to use. The nuts can also be prepared ahead and kept well covered.
  • To make the custard, simply whisk together the yolks and the heavy cream until mixed and season with salt, pepper and cayenne.
  • To assemble, cover the bottom of the tart shell with an even distribution of the caramelized onions.
  • Repeat again with the walnuts and then the Roquefort.
  • Cover with the custard and bake in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes, or until just golden. Remove from the oven and allow to set before serving.

CARAMELISED ONION & CHICORY TART WITH GORGONZOLA



Caramelised onion & chicory tart with gorgonzola image

Blue cheese and chicory is a classic combination that defines this tatin-style tart, with hazelnuts added for extra crunch. Perfect for entertaining

Provided by Rosie Birkett

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Supper

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 sheet ready-rolled puff pastry
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp butter
4 thyme sprigs
1 tbsp brown sugar
2 small onions , peeled and cut into thick round slices
2 heads of red chicory , trimmed and sliced in half lengthways
½ lemon , juiced
75g gorgonzola (or vegetarian alternative)
1 tbsp toasted hazelnuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Cut a round of pastry the same size as the ovenproof pan you are using, then put it on a baking sheet. Leave to chill in the fridge for at least 30 mins.
  • Heat the oil, butter and thyme in the pan until the butter has melted. Add the sugar and stir in. Put the onions and chicory cut-side down in the tin. Season and allow to caramelise for about 10 mins. Squeeze over the lemon juice, then remove from the heat and leave to cool slightly.
  • Put the disc of pastry on top and push it down around the edges of the pan, so it's encasing the contents. Pierce the pastry with a knife all over to let out the steam, then bake in the oven for 40 mins, or until the pastry is puffed and golden. Allow to cool for 10 mins before carefully turning out onto a plate. Don't panic if it sticks to the pan - you can gently scrape the pieces off using a palette knife, then set them back in the tart. Season. Tear the cheese over the top, scatter over the hazelnuts, if using, then drizzle with a little more olive oil to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 477 calories, Fat 32 grams fat, SaturatedFat 15 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 35 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 9 grams protein, Sodium 1.3 milligram of sodium

ITALIAN TORTA WITH MASCARPONE, GORGONZOLA, AND WALNUTS



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This savory spread is served in the form of a cake and served at Christmas and New Year's parties in Italy. It's decadent spread on bread or crackers. It is usually served with mostarda di frutta (candied fruit in a spicy, sweet syrup). If you can't find that, serve with crisp pears and honey. If you like, you can use sprigs of rosemary, some cinnamon bark, or sticks to decorate a forest scene on the top.

Provided by Buckwheat Queen

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 ½ cups creamy Gorgonzola cheese, diced into small cubes
2 tablespoons brandy
2 cups shelled walnuts, divided
1 cup mascarpone cheese
1 cup whipping cream

Steps:

  • Line a loaf pan with plastic wrap.
  • Put Gorgonzola cubes into a dish and cover with brandy. Set aside to let the cheese soften.
  • Chop about 1/2 of the walnuts.
  • Whisk the Gorgonzola mixture with mascarpone cheese. Add whipping cream and whip until creamy and well combined. Fold in the chopped walnuts. Pour the mixture into the prepared loaf pan using a runner scraper to level the top.
  • Refrigerate torta for at least 1 hour, or overnight.
  • Use the plastic wrap to remove the torta from the loaf pan. Carefully flip it onto a rectangular serving plate. Garnish with remaining walnut halves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.5 calories, Carbohydrate 3.3 g, Cholesterol 73 mg, Fat 35 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 14.2 g, Sodium 228 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

Tips:

  • For the best results, use a food processor to combine the flour, salt, and butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • To make sure the pastry dough comes together easily, use chilled butter and ice water.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can use a pastry blender or two knives to cut the butter into the flour.
  • To prevent the pastry dough from becoming tough, avoid overworking it.
  • When rolling out the pastry dough, make sure to flour your work surface and rolling pin to prevent the dough from sticking.
  • To make sure the onion filling is evenly cooked, sauté the onions over medium heat until they are caramelized and golden brown.
  • To prevent the filling from becoming watery, drain the onions well before adding them to the pastry shells.
  • To make sure the tarts are cooked through, bake them in a preheated oven until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
  • For the best flavor, serve the tarts warm with a dollop of crème fraîche or sour cream.

Conclusion:

These little onion tarts with gorgonzola and walnuts are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. The combination of caramelized onions, melted gorgonzola, and crunchy walnuts is simply irresistible. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can also be made ahead of time and reheated when you're ready to serve. So next time you're looking for a tasty and impressive appetizer, give these little onion tarts a try!

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