Alderney Onion And Leek Tart

Alderney Onion and Leek Tart is a classic dish from Channel Islands cuisine, featuring the rich flavors of caramelized onions and leeks in a savory tart.

Vegetarian Appetizer Channel Islands Savory Tart Onion Leek
Alderney Onion And Leek Tart

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet of puff pastry
  • 2 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 leeks, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Roll out the puff pastry and place it in a tart pan, trimming any excess pastry.
  3. In a large skillet, melt the butter with olive oil over medium heat.
  4. Add the sliced onions and leeks to the skillet, and cook until caramelized, about 20 minutes.
  5. Season the onion and leek mixture with thyme, salt, and pepper.
  6. Spoon the onion and leek mixture into the prepared tart shell.
  7. Sprinkle the grated Gruyère cheese over the top of the tart.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
  9. Let the tart cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
45 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
8g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Tart pan Skillet Baking sheet

Tools

Oven Oven mitts Baking spatula

Serving suggestions

Serve the Alderney Onion and Leek Tart as an appetizer for a dinner party or as a light lunch with a side salad.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can add a splash of white wine to the onion and leek mixture while caramelizing.

Cost

$15