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Caramelized Endive Tart

Caramelized Endive Tart

Discover the magic of sweet and savory flavors with this Caramelized Endive Tart recipe. Perfect for any occasion, it’s easy to make and impresses every time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 sheet ready-to-use puff pastry
  • 4 medium-sized endives
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 50 g butter
  • 150 g grated Comté cheese
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • few sprigs fresh thyme optional

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet or tart pan
  • Sharp knife
  • Wooden spatula
  • Parchment paper (optional) for easy flipping
  • Tart pan

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. Remove any outer leaves from the endives, trim the base, and slice each endive lengthwise into halves.
  3. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  4. Place the endive halves cut-side down in the pan and cook for about 5 minutes until golden.
  5. Flip the endives gently, drizzle with honey, and caramelize for another 2 minutes.
  6. Deglaze the pan with balsamic vinegar and season with salt and pepper; cook for 2 more minutes.
  7. Arrange the caramelized endives in a circular pattern in a tart pan, cut-side down.
  8. Sprinkle grated Comté cheese and thyme leaves (if using) over the endives.
  9. Cover everything with puff pastry, tucking the edges inside the pan.
  10. Brush the pastry with egg wash for a golden finish (optional).
  11. Bake for 25–30 minutes until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
  12. Let the tart rest for 5 minutes before carefully flipping it onto a serving platter.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor; fresh thyme and real honey can elevate the dish. To store leftovers, wrap tightly in plastic wrap or place in an airtight container; it lasts up to 2 days in the fridge. For pre-preparation, caramelize the endives a day ahead and assemble just before baking. Freezing unbaked tarts is possible; remember to add extra baking time when cooking from frozen.
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