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 - Caramelized onions provide a deep, savory sweetness that enhances the flavors of the tart.
02 - Butternut squash offers a sweet, creamy texture ideal for autumn and winter dishes.