Roasted Mushroom & Cheese Tart - Girl on the Range

This roasted mushroom and cheese tart combines the earthy flavors of mushrooms with the rich creaminess of cheese, all nestled in a flaky puff pastry crust. Its a delightful savory treat perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner.

Ingredients:

• 1 sheet of puff pastry
• 200g mushrooms, sliced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 100g cheese such as Gruyere or Swiss, grated
• 2 eggs
• 200ml heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh thyme leaves for garnish

Instructions:

Start by heating the oven up to 400F 200C

Put the puff pastry on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper and roll it out

Put olive oil in a pan and heat it over medium-low heat

Add the minced garlic and cook until it smells good

Put mushrooms slices in the pan and cook them until they turn golden brown and any water has evaporated

Cover the puff pastry with the cooked mushrooms in an even layer

Add grated cheese on top of the mushrooms

Whisk the eggs and heavy cream together in a bowl

Add pepper and salt

Cover the mushrooms and cheese with the egg mix

The tart should be baked in a hot oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until it turns golden brown and sets

Take it out of the oven after its done and let it cool down a bit

Before serving, sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves

Feel free to eat the slices hot or cold