Tarta De Pimientos Del Piquillo Y Queso Manchego (piquillo Pepper And Manchego Cheese Tart)

Tarta de Pimientos del Piquillo y Queso Manchego is a delicious savory tart from Minorcan cuisine that combines the sweet and smoky flavors of Piquillo peppers with the nutty richness of Manchego cheese. This tart makes for a perfect appetizer or light meal, and it's a great way to showcase the flavors of these iconic Spanish ingredients.

Tarta De Pimientos Del Piquillo Y Queso Manchego (piquillo Pepper And Manchego Cheese Tart)

Ingredients

  • 1 pre-made pie crust
  • 1 cup Piquillo peppers, drained and sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups Manchego cheese, grated
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place the pie crust in a tart pan and trim any excess dough.
  3. Layer the sliced Piquillo peppers and grated Manchego cheese in the tart shell.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour the egg mixture over the peppers and cheese in the tart shell.
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
  7. Let the tart cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
12g
Fat
16g

Supplies

Tart pan Bowl Whisk

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Tarta de Pimientos del Piquillo y Queso Manchego with a side salad dressed in a light vinaigrette for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of chopped fresh herbs like parsley or chives on top of the tart before serving.

Cost

$15