Foie Gras, Granny Smith, and Smoked Cheddar Tart

Ingredients:

• 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
• 4 oz. foie gras, cut into small cubes
• 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored and cut into small cubes
• 3 oz. smoked cheddar cheese, grated
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 2 egg yolks
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and place into a 9-inch tart pan. Trim off any excess pastry from the edges.
3. Prick the bottom of the pastry with a fork and set aside.
4. In a large bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg yolks, salt, and pepper until well combined.
5. Stir in the foie gras, Granny Smith apple, and smoked cheddar cheese until everything is evenly distributed.
6. Pour the mixture into the prepared tart pan on top of the puff pastry.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the filling is set.
8. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before cutting into slices and serving.

Verdict:

This Foie Gras, Granny Smith, and Smoked Cheddar Tart is an indulgent and savory treat. The combination of rich foie gras, tart Granny Smith apple, and smoky cheddar cheese works beautifully together and is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. The crisp puff pastry shell elevates the dish and adds a delightful contrasting texture to the creamy filling.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve this tart as an appetizer or as a main dish with a side salad. It also pairs well with a glass of red wine.