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Asparagus cheese tart with golden brown crust and arranged asparagus spears
Puff pastry savory tart with cheese and asparagus

Asparagus & Cheese Tart

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Main Courses
One of spring's most elegant dishes, where buttery layers of puff pastry meet a creamy cheese filling and distinct asparagus. The melting fat creates steam that lifts the pastry, creating its signature airy structure. The pairing of asparagus and cheese is harmonious in both flavor and texture: the soft baked cheese highlights the tender snap of the asparagus.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 35 mins
⌛ Total Time 55 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 980 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Mediterranean

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Pie dish or baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Pot (for blanching)
  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork

Allergen Information

⚠️ Egg
⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Wheat

Instructions

1 ✓

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Snap off the woody ends of the asparagus and boil in salted water for 2 minutes, then plunge into ice water.

Tip: Shocking preserves the bright green color (blanching).
2 ✓

Line the tart pan with puff pastry and prick the bottom with a fork. Blind bake (without filling) for 10 minutes until just starting to color.

Tip: Pricking prevents steam bubbles from deforming the base.
3 ✓

Mix the cheese, eggs, yogurt, crushed garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.

Tip: Egg yolk acts as an emulsifier, binding the watery yogurt and fatty cheese.
4 ✓

Pour the filling into the pre-baked crust and arrange the dried asparagus on top. Brush asparagus lightly with olive oil.

Tip: Oil protects the tips from drying out in the oven.
5 ✓

Bake for 20-25 minutes until the filling is set and the pastry edges are dark golden brown. Slice when lukewarm.

Tip: Let cool so the structure stabilizes, making it easier to cut.

Recipe FAQ

Why is the bottom soggy?
The filling was likely too wet, or you didn't blind bake the crust. Sprinkle breadcrumbs on the bottom before filling.
Can I use white asparagus?
Yes, but peel it thoroughly as the skin can remain bitter and fibrous.
How do I reheat it?
In an oven or air fryer for a few minutes to crisp up the pastry. A microwave will make it soft.

Ingredients

  • 1 package Puff Pastry (thawed)
  • 7 oz Green Asparagus
  • 9 oz Farmer's Cheese or Dry Cottage Cheese
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 3.5 oz Plain Yogurt
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 0.25 tsp Ground Black Pepper