Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of crab and tarragon with this delightful Crab and Tarragon Tart. A buttery puff pastry base holds a luscious filling of lump crab meat, Gruyère cheese, and a blend of savory seasonings, all baked to golden perfection. Perfect for a special brunch or a light dinner, this tart is sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
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Puff Pastry:
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
Filling:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small shallot (finely chopped)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon (chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 cup lump crab meat (drained and picked over)
- 1/2 cup grated Gruyère cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Prepare Tart Shell: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the puff pastry and press it into a 9-inch tart pan, trimming the edges. Prick the base with a fork and chill for 10 minutes. Line the tart shell with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove the weights and parchment and bake for another 5 minutes until lightly golden.
- Prepare Filling: Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat and sauté the shallot until soft, about 3 minutes. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, cream, milk, salt, pepper, tarragon, Dijon mustard, and lemon zest. Stir in the cooked shallot.
- Assemble and Bake: Spread the crab meat evenly over the pre-baked tart shell. Sprinkle with Gruyère cheese. Pour the egg mixture over the top, making sure it’s evenly distributed. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until the center is set and the top is golden. Cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, substitute crème fraîche for the cream.
- You can make this tart a day ahead and reheat gently in the oven.
- Fresh chives or parsley can be used in place of tarragon if preferred.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
