SPINACH AND ONION TART

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This is a classic combination for a quiche, but it's lighter, with a whole-wheat and olive oil crust. If you don't have the time to make the crust, store bought will work just fine.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 yeasted olive oil pastry (1/2 recipe)
1 1/2 pounds fresh spinach, stemmed and washed in 2 changes of water, or 3/4 pound baby spinach, rinsed
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, coarsely chopped, or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
4 eggs
3/4 cup low-fat milk
2 ounces Gruyere cheese, grated (1/2 cup)
1 ounce freshly grated Parmesan (1/4 cup)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Oil a 10-inch tart pan and line it with the pastry. Keep it in the refrigerator while you prepare the filling.
  • Steam the spinach above an inch of boiling water for 2 to 3 minutes, until wilted. You will probably have to do this in batches. I like to use a pasta pot with an insert for steaming spinach, as I can get a lot of it into the insert. Rinse briefly with cold water, squeeze out excess water and chop medium-fine.
  • Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large, heavy skillet and add the onion. Cook, stirring often, until it is tender and beginning to color, about 8 minutes. Add the spinach, thyme and salt and pepper to taste, and stir together. Remove from the heat.
  • Whisk the eggs in a large bowl. Add salt to taste (I use about 1/2 teaspoon) and whisk in the milk. Stir in the onion and spinach mixture and the cheeses. Scrape into the pastry-lined tart pan. Place in the oven and bake 40 to 45 minutes, until tart is set and beginning to color on the top. Remove from the heat and allow to cool for at least 15 minutes before cutting. Serve warm or room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 216, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 506 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Ace Acselin
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This tart was a bit too time-consuming to make. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


DANNY MORENO
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This tart was absolutely delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The spinach and onion were perfectly cooked, and the cheese was melted and gooey.


Ruthkidane
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The filling of this tart was a bit too runny for my liking. I think I'll try baking it for a little longer next time.


Vita La
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This tart was a bit too rich for my taste. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Husnain rajpoot
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I'm not a huge fan of spinach, but this tart was surprisingly delicious. The flavors all worked together really well.


Kanita R Rose
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This tart is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover spinach.


Kayla Fuentes
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I made this tart for my family and they all loved it! It's a great recipe for a weeknight dinner.


Asim Larikx
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I've never made a tart before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The tart turned out beautifully and it tasted amazing!


Sakib Ahmed Ridoy
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This tart was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious! I'm definitely going to be making it again.


ahmed Abdul Kareem
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my tart turned out really bland. I think I might have forgotten to add some of the ingredients.


Sobhan Latifi
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This tart was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less salt next time.


prince dominic
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I made this tart for a brunch party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Dionne Meidinger
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This tart was absolutely delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The spinach and onion were perfectly cooked, and the cheese was melted and gooey.


Onela Ndengane
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The crust on this tart was a bit too crumbly for my liking. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Ashirafu Papa
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This tart was a little too oily for my taste. I think I'll try using less butter next time.


chimbiani okanlawon
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I'm not usually a fan of spinach, but this tart changed my mind. The flavors all worked together so well.


Martha Dashwood
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This tart was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious! I used frozen spinach and it worked perfectly.


Alex Carlos
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I've made this tart a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of spinach, onion, and cheese is just perfect.


Max Brawl
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This spinach and onion tart was a hit at my last dinner party! The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the crust was perfectly flaky. I will definitely be making this again.