savory butternut squash goat cheese tart (Print Version)

Butternut squash and goat cheese shine in a crisp tart with caramelized onions, ideal for any season.

# What You’ll Need:

01 - 1 sheet (23 cm) puff pastry, thawed
02 - 1 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and diced
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup
05 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
06 - 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
07 - 60 ml caramelized onions
08 - Salt, to taste
09 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 200°C. On a baking sheet, toss the diced butternut squash with olive oil, maple syrup, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
02 - Roast the butternut squash for 20 to 25 minutes, or until tender and lightly caramelized. Remove from the oven and set aside.
03 - Roll out the puff pastry on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Score a 2.5 cm border around the edge without cutting through the dough.
04 - Evenly spread the caramelized onions within the scored border of the puff pastry. Scatter the roasted butternut squash over the onions, then sprinkle with crumbled goat cheese.
05 - Bake in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed. Let cool briefly before slicing and serving.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Easy store-bought puff pastry cuts your prep time
  • Showcases in-season butternut squash in a sophisticated way
  • Works as an appetizer or main dish for lunch
  • Kid and adult crowd pleaser every time I serve it
02 -
  • Rich in vitamin A thanks to the butternut squash
  • Ideal for make ahead and reheats well in the oven
  • Vegetarian friendly and can be adapted easily
03 -
  • Brush the puff pastry border with a little beaten egg for extra shine and golden color
  • Pre bake your pastry for a few minutes if you want even more crispiness on the bottom
  • Caramelizing the onions slowly over low heat is worth the time and truly transforms the flavor
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