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Spinach & Mushroom Tart

Marla Hingley
Be sure to use tart pans with removable bottoms.
Prep Time 1 hr
Cook Time 40 mins
Total Time 1 hr 40 mins
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

Filling

  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 8 oz mushrooms cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 shallot minced (or 3 Tbsp onion)
  • 2 cups packed fresh spinach leaves chopped
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1/8 tsp nutmeg
  • 2 oz goat cheese or feta, crumbled

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the pastry dough as directed (add in 1/8 tsp of pepper to the dough), then divide into 4 discs. Wrap and chill for 30 minutes. Roll out each disc and place into a greased mini tart pan - ensure there are no cracks up the sides (or the filling will leak out). For a rustic look, don't trim the edges flush with the pan. Place shells in fridge for 30 minutes to firm up.
  • To 'blind bake' the shells, line each with some foil and place in pie weights or dried beans up to the top of each pan. Place all 4 tart pans on a baking sheet and bake at 400°F for 15 minutes, remove foil/weights, and continue baking for another 8 minutes or until crusts are golden. Remove from oven and set aside while you make filling.
  • In a large skillet heat oil and saute mushrooms and shallots until they are golden brown and aromatic. Add the spinach and continue to stir until it just wilts, about a minute. Scrape mixture into a sieve and allow any excess moisture to drain off.
  • In a bowl, mix together the cream, eggs, salt, pepper and nutmeg until well blended.
  • Divide the spinach mixture among the 4 mini tart pans, spreading out into an even layer, then top with the cream mixture.
  • Sprinkle some goat cheese into each pan then bake for another 18 minutes, or until filling is just set. Serve warm or at room temperature.
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