Asparagus And Parmesan Tarts
These delicious asparagus puff pastry tarts make a delightful appetizer or light meal. Crisp puff pastry forms the base for a creamy mascarpone and parmesan mixture, topped with tender asparagus spears. Baked to golden perfection, these tarts are then finished with a scattering of Parmesan shavings and served alongside a fresh salad. Perfect for a special occasion or a cozy night in, these tarts are sure to impress your guests with their elegant presentation and wonderful flavors.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1 sheet of fresh or frozen ready-rolled puff pastry cut into 4
- 300g asparagus trimmed and cooked in simmering water for 2 mins
- 2 tbsp mascarpone mixed with 3 tbsp grated parmesan
- Parmesan (or vegetarian alternative) shavings to serve
- olive oil
Instructions
- Heat oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6. Mix the mascarpone with the Parmesan, basil and lemon zest, then season.
- Lift the pastry onto 2 trays, then score around the edges of each piece to make a thin border. Spread the cheese mixture within the borders.
- Toss the asparagus in the oil, then arrange the bundles on top of the pastry (these can be stacked a bit for height). Bake the pastries for 20-25 mins until golden, then serve warm topped with the dressed salad leaves and a few shavings of Parmesan.
Prep Time
PT40M
Yield
Serves 4
Nutrition
- Calories: 535 calories
- Fat Content: 39 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 18 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 37 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 4 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 1 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 12 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 0.99 milligram of sodium
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