Best 4 Watercress Cheese Tartlets Recipes

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Calling all foodies and baking enthusiasts! Are you ready to embark on a culinary journey filled with savory flavors and cheesy goodness? In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you on a delightful adventure to create the ultimate watercress cheese tartlets. From selecting the freshest ingredients to mastering the perfect techniques, we'll unveil all the secrets to crafting this exquisite treat that will leave your taste buds dancing. So, gather your aprons, preheat your ovens, and join us as we delve into the world of watercress cheese tartlets, a symphony of flavors waiting to be discovered.

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

GOAT'S CHEESE & WATERCRESS QUICHE



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A goat's cheese and watercress quiche that's gluten-free and truly flavoursome

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Buffet, Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Side dish, Snack, Supper

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 10

225g gluten-free flour , plus extra for rolling
100g butter
1 large egg , beaten, plus extra beaten egg for brushing
1 medium onion , finely chopped
1 tbsp oil
100g watercress , roughly chopped
2 large eggs
150ml milk
150ml log soft rindless goat's cheese , in rough chunks
freshly grated nutmeg , optional

Steps:

  • Put the flour and a pinch of salt in a large bowl. Rub in the butter until the mixture looks like breadcrumbs. Stir in the egg and about 1-2 tbsp water to form a soft dough. Knead well then wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 200C/gas 6/fan 180C. Knead the pastry again and roll it out to line a 20cm loose-bottomed flan tin (the pastry won't shrink, so no need to chill). Patch holes with spare pastry and brush the base and sides with egg.
  • For the filling, fry the onion in the oil until just soft, add the watercress and cook until just wilted. Beat the eggs and milk and stir in the watercress mixture and goat's cheese.
  • Season and if you like, add a pinch of nutmeg. Put the flan tin on a bakingsheet and bake the pastry blind for 5 minutes. Add the filling and bake for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 180C/gas 4/ fan 160C and cook for 25-30 minutes or until lightly set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 584 calories, Fat 36 grams fat, SaturatedFat 15 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 55 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 16 grams protein, Sodium 1.17 milligram of sodium

WATERCRESS & CHEESE TARTLETS



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These delicious individual tartlets are great for lunch or a picnic. Source of recipe: Creative Cooking Vegetarian. The cookbook I found this recipe in said it makes 4 tarts. I've made this using miniature frozen tart shells as a short cut and got 18 tiny tartlets. I also used only 1 bunch of watercress as it was quite a large bunch.

Provided by Dreamer in Ontario

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 52m

Yield 4 tartlets, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 pinch salt
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup vegan margarine
2 -3 tablespoons cold water
1 -2 bunch watercress or 1 -2 bunch spinach
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 shallot, chopped
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese or 1 1/2 cups vegetarian cheddar cheese, grated
4 tablespoons plain yogurt
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Sift flour into a mixing bowl and add salt.
  • Rub 1/3 cup of the butter into the flour until mixture resemble bread crumbs.
  • Stir in the cold water to make a firm dough.
  • Knead the dough lightly, ten roll out on a lightly floured surface.
  • Line 4 4-inch tartlet pans with the dough, trimming the dough to fit the pans.
  • Prick the bases with a fork and set aside in the refrigerator to chill.
  • Meanwhile, heat the remaining butter in a skillet.
  • Discard the stems from the watercress or spinach and add the leaves to the skillet (if using spinach, make sure it's well drained before mixing with the filling ingredients) along with the garlic and shallot.
  • Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the watercress is wilted.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the cheese, yogurt and paprika.
  • Spoon the mixture into the pastry cases and cook in a preheated oven at 350F for 20 minutes or until the filling is firm.
  • Turn out the tartlets and serve hot or cold.

HAM, TOMATO & WATERCRESS TART



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The secret to this tart is its cheesy, crisp polenta crust. Fabulous warm or cold and perfect for picnics

Provided by Emma Lewis

Categories     Buffet, Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Supper

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 10

200g plain flour
50g fine polenta , plus extra for dusting
140g cold butter , cut into small pieces
50g parmesan , finely grated
1 egg
4 eggs and 2 egg yolks
400ml double cream
150g smoked ham slices
100g sundried tomato
handful watercress

Steps:

  • Place the flour, polenta, butter and a pinch of salt into a food processor, then whizz until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Tip in the Parmesan and egg, then pulse through 2 tbsp cold water until the mixture forms a ball. Wrap in cling film, then chill for 30 mins.
  • Dust a work surface with more polenta, then roll out the pastry to the thickness of a £1 coin and wide enough to fit a 28cm tart case. Gently ease into the case, then trim away any big bits of overhanging pastry (leave a little excess sticking up around the edges as the pastry will shrink when cooking). Chill for another 30 mins.
  • Heat oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6. Place a sheet of baking parchment into the pastry case, then fill with baking beans. Bake for 15 mins. Remove the beans and parchment, then bake for another 5 mins or until the pastry is golden. Leave to cool a little. Use a serrated knife to trim away any bits of overhanging pastry, then place the pastry case on a baking sheet.
  • Reduce oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas 4. Whisk the eggs and cream with a little salt. Arrange the ham, tomatoes and watercress in the case, then pour around the egg mixture. Cook for 30 mins, just until the egg has set. Can be made up to 1 day ahead and chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 631 calories, Fat 50 grams fat, SaturatedFat 27 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 31 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 17 grams protein, Sodium 2.61 milligram of sodium

SWISS CHEESE TARTLETS



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I have been making these for the last 30 years, always with success. They have a wonderful flavour. I even love them cold.

Provided by bert2421

Categories     Cheese

Time 40m

Yield 24-30 tartlets

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 unbaked 4-inch tart shells
6 slices bacon
1 cup chopped onion
2 eggs, slightly beaten
3/4 cup sour cream
12 ounces swiss cheese, cubed

Steps:

  • Fry bacon til crisp and set to drain on paper towels.
  • Pour off some of the bacon fat, and add onions.
  • Cook over medium heat until transparent and tender.
  • Combine eggs, sour cream, onion, cheese and a dash of salt and pepper to taste.
  • Crumble cooled bacon or chop in small pieces and add to the mixture.
  • Stir til cheese is melted and pour into shells.
  • Bake at 375 for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
  • Serve at once or make ahead and reheat.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh watercress, cheese, and vegetables will give your tartlets the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the watercress: Watercress wilts quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Otherwise, it will become tough and bitter.
  • Use a good quality cheese: The cheese is one of the main ingredients in these tartlets, so it's important to use a good quality cheese that you enjoy.
  • Don't overfill the tartlets: Too much filling will make the tartlets difficult to eat and may cause them to fall apart.
  • Serve the tartlets warm or at room temperature: These tartlets are best served warm or at room temperature. If you're serving them cold, be sure to bring them to room temperature before serving.

Conclusion:

Watercress cheese tartlets are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They're perfect for parties or potlucks, and they're also a great way to use up leftover watercress. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and impressive dish that everyone will enjoy.

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