Camembert Tart: A Deliciously Simple Recipe
The Camembert tart, a delightful combination of creamy cheese, savory bacon, and flaky pastry, has become a popular choice for both casual gatherings and sophisticated appetizers. This recipe offers a straightforward approach to creating this culinary treat, perfect for cheese lovers and home cooks alike.
Ingredients
- 1 Camembert cheese
- 1 shortcrust pastry
- 20cl of crème fraîche
- 3 eggs
- 150g of plain bacon
- 1 onion
- A few pinches of nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Time & Cooking Time
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 40 minutes at 180°C (356°F)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F).
- Prepare the bacon by chopping it and cooking it in a large skillet until crispy. As noted in a TikTok recipe, bacon is a key component of similar baked cheese dishes [1].
- Dice the onion and sauté it until softened.
- In a bowl, whisk together the crème fraîche, eggs, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Place the shortcrust pastry in a tart tin.
- Arrange the cooked bacon and sautéed onion over the pastry.
- Pour the crème fraîche mixture over the bacon and onion.
- Place the Camembert cheese in the center of the tart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Variations and Serving Suggestions
Inspired by similar recipes featuring bacon and cheese, such as a Camembert cob loaf [2] or a cheesy sausage bake [3], you can customize this tart to your liking. Consider adding other ingredients like caramelized onions, mushrooms, or different types of cheese. A similar recipe also incorporates smoked bacon [4].
This Camembert tart is excellent served as an appetizer, a light lunch, or as part of a cheese board. It pairs well with a crisp white wine or a refreshing salad.
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