Cooking is a ritual that adds warmth and peace to your home, beyond just nutrition. Especially meals prepared with natural and fresh ingredients can transform your tables into both a delicious and aesthetic experience. As Förni, we value naturalness in our kitchen, just like our furniture produced with sustainable materials. Today, we are sharing with you a delicious oven-baked vegetable and herb cheese tart recipe flavored with seasonal vegetables and aromatic herbs. This practical and eye-catching recipe will grace your tables at every meal from breakfast to dinner!
Materials:
For the dough:
- 250 gr flour
- 125g cold butter (cut into small cubes)
- 1 egg
- 1 pinch of salt
- 2-3 tablespoons of cold water
For the stuffing:
- 200 g cream cheese or ricotta
- 100 gr white cheese or goat cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic (crushed)
- Fresh thyme, rosemary and basil (chopped finely)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
For the topping:
- 1 zucchini (thinly sliced)
- 1 red pepper (finely chopped)
- 1 handful of cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh thyme and black cumin
Preparation Stages:
1. Prepare the Pie Dough
- Place the flour and salt in a large bowl. Add the cold butter and rub it into the mixture with your fingertips until it reaches a sand-like texture.
- Add the egg and mix well. Add 2-3 tablespoons of cold water and knead to bring the dough together.
- Wrap the dough in cling film and let it rest in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
2. Prepare the Filling
- In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, feta cheese and olive oil thoroughly.
- Flavor the mixture by adding crushed garlic, chopped herbs and spices.
3. Shape and Bake the Tart
- Roll out the rested dough on a lightly floured surface and place it in a baking tray lined with baking paper, crimping the edges slightly upwards.
- Poke a few holes with a fork and pre-cook in a preheated oven at 180°C for 10 minutes .
4. Add Ingredients and Final Cooking
- Spread the cheese mixture onto the pre-baked tart base.
- Place thinly sliced zucchini, peppers and tomatoes on top.
- Drizzle with a little olive oil, sprinkle with fresh thyme and bake in the oven at 180°C for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Service Recommendation:
After removing the tart from the oven, let it rest for a few minutes and serve with fresh herbs and black cumin. You can create a perfect accompaniment with a light arugula salad.
Result: Bring Naturalness and Taste to Your Table
The warmth of home-cooked meals, like furniture designed in harmony with nature, adds spirit to living spaces. As Förni, we support recipes prepared with sustainable and natural ingredients in the kitchen, just like the furniture we produce inspired by nature.
Try this delicious tart recipe and add both elegance and flavor to your table!
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