Savory Broccoli and Gorgonzola Tart

The savory tart with broccoli and gorgonzola is a dish rich in flavors and quite simple to prepare. Here is the recipe:

Ingredients

• 1 roll of shortcrust pastry or puff pastry (about 230g)
• 500g broccoli
• 150g gorgonzola
• 3 eggs
• 200ml cooking cream
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste
• Nutmeg to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil to taste
• 1 clove of garlic

Preparation

1. Start by cleaning the broccoli: separate the florets from the stem and rinse them under running water. Cut the stems into small pieces.
2. In a large skillet, heat a little oil with a peeled garlic clove to flavor it. Add the broccoli and cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes or until tender. Add salt and pepper to taste.
3. While the broccoli is cooking, roll out the shortcrust or puff pastry into a baking pan (with parchment paper underneath) and prick the bottom with a fork.
4. Preheat the oven to 180 °C.
5. In a bowl, beat the eggs with the cooking cream, adding a grating of nutmeg, salt and pepper.
6. When the broccoli is cooked, arrange it evenly on the pastry base in the pan.
7. Cut the gorgonzola into cubes and distribute it over the broccoli.
8. Pour the egg and cream mixture over the broccoli and gorgonzola filling.
9. Bake for about 30-40 minutes or until the surface of the savory tart is golden and the pastry is cooked.
10. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Trivia

The savory tart with broccoli and gorgonzola is a versatile dish that can be served both as an appetizer and as a main course. The gorgonzola, with its bold flavor, pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the broccoli. Furthermore, this recipe is an excellent way to include broccoli in the diet of those who usually avoid it. The nutmeg adds a touch of aroma that further balances the flavors.