Onion tart

Onion tart recipes have been around for centuries, with the earliest known recipe dating back to the Middle Ages. The tart was originally made with a pastry crust and filled with a mixture of onions, eggs, and cream. Over the years, the recipe has evolved and now includes a variety of different ingredients, such as cheese, bacon, and herbs.

While the exact origins of the onion tart are unknown, it is believed to have originated in France. The tart was likely created as a way to use up leftover onions that were not suitable for other dishes. The popularity of the tart soon spread to other parts of Europe, and it is now a popular dish in many countries.

There are many different ways to make an onion tart, and the ingredients can be easily adapted to suit personal preferences. The most important thing is to use fresh, quality ingredients to ensure the best possible result. Onion tarts are perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and can be served with a salad or roasted vegetables.

Advice

If you want to make a great onion tart, the key is to caramelize the onions. Start by adding the onions to a large skillet with a bit of oil or butter over medium-low heat. Cook the onions for about 20 minutes, stirring often, until they become soft and golden in color. Once the onions are cooked, add a bit of salt and pepper, and any other seasonings you want to add. Then, roll out the dough into a tart pan and pour the caramelized onions onto the dough. Top with cheese and bake in an oven preheated to 375 degrees Fahrenheit for about 25 minutes. Make sure to check the tart frequently and remove it when the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Enjoy your delicious onion tart!

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Recipes

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Spinach and Onion Tart

  • salt
  • parmesan cheese
  • olive oil
  • thyme
  • onion
  • yeasted olive oil pastry
  • spinach
  • gruyère cheese
  • milk
  • egg
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Onion Tart

  • nutmeg
  • black pepper
  • onion
  • egg
  • butter
  • heavy cream
  • ice water
  • salt
  • all purpose flour
  • rendered bacon
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Squash and Caramelized Onion Tart

  • SPECIAL EQUIPMENT
  • an
  • FILLING AND ASSEMBLY
  • salt
  • salt
  • delicata squash
  • onion
  • sweet potato
  • butternut squash
  • cayenne pepper
  • dijon mustard
  • butter
  • thyme
  • garlic
  • cheddar cheese
  • olive oil
  • onion
  • CRUST
  • all purpose flour
  • wheat flour
  • salt
  • butter
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Onion Tart With Bacon or Olives

  • ONION TOPPING
  • salt
  • caraway seed
  • butter
  • thyme
  • garlic
  • onion
  • ricotta cheese
  • smoked bacon
  • crème fraîche
  • DOUGH
  • yeast
  • olive oil
  • salt
  • all purpose flour
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Creamy Onion Tart

  • TART
  • nutmeg
  • salt
  • onion
  • pate brisee
  • heavy cream
  • all purpose flour
  • egg
  • milk
  • butter
  • PATE BRISEE
  • egg
  • salt
  • all purpose flour
  • vegetable shortening
  • butter
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Five Onion Tart with Arugula Salad

  • Tart & Salad
  • onion
  • chive
  • pepper
  • salt
  • crème fraîche
  • nutmeg
  • leek
  • shallot
  • olive oil
  • egg
  • green onion
  • arugula
  • butter
  • Tart Crust
  • butter
  • vegetable shortening
  • salt
  • all purpose flour
  • ice water
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Caramelized Onion Tart

  • gruyère cheese
  • olive oil
  • salt
  • heavy cream
  • brown sugar
  • thyme
  • sheets puff pastry
  • sweet yellow onion
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Caramelized Onion Tart

  • onion
  • gruyère cheese
  • pepperidge farm ® puff pastry sheet
  • parmesan cheese
  • chive
  • vegetable oil

Ingredient Breakdown

 
salt
onion
butter
olive oil
all purpose flour
thyme
egg
nutmeg
chive
crème fraîche
parmesan cheese
gruyère cheese
heavy cream
ice water
garlic
milk
lemon juice
smoked bacon
caper
leek
anchovy
vegetable shortening
parsley
egg yolk
yeasted olive oil pastry
spinach
black pepper
rendered bacon
fleur de sel
rosemary
walnut
gorgonzola
an
wheat flour
delicata squash
sweet potato
butternut squash
cayenne pepper
dijon mustard
cheddar cheese
yeast
caraway seed
ricotta cheese
all butter puff pastry
pate brisee
pepper
shallot
green onion
arugula
brown sugar
sheets puff pastry
sweet yellow onion
pepperidge farm ® puff pastry sheet
vegetable oil
sesame seed
poppy seed
kasseri cheese
pocketless pita bread
bell pepper
medjool date
tart pastry
dill
smoked salmon
lemon zest
spanish onion
puff pastry
goat cheese
white pepper
age blanc
baking powder

Insights

Correlated with Higher Ratings

  • onion

Staple Ingredients

  • salt 64%

Common Ingredients

  • onion 57%
  • olive oil 50%

Usual Ingredients

  • all purpose flour 43%
  • butter 43%

Rarey Ingredients

  • thyme 36%