Savory Cauliflower and Ricotta Tart

The savory tart with cauliflower and ricotta is a simple and tasty dish, which can be served as an appetizer or as a main course. Here is the recipe:

Ingredients

• 1 roll of puff pastry or shortcrust pastry
• 1 medium cauliflower
• 250-300 grams of ricotta
• 100 grams of grated Parmesan
• 2 eggs
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Nutmeg to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C.
2. Clean the cauliflower, divide it into florets and steam or boil it in lightly salted water until tender but not falling apart.
3. In a bowl, mix the ricotta with the Parmesan, eggs, salt, pepper and a grating of nutmeg.
4. When the cauliflower is cooked, let it cool slightly then add it to the ricotta and egg mixture. Mix gently.
5. Roll out the puff pastry or shortcrust pastry in a baking pan lined with parchment paper or previously greased with a little oil.
6. Pour the cauliflower and ricotta mixture onto the base of the tart and level with a spoon.
7. Fold the edges of the pastry inward to create a border.
8. Bake the savory tart for about 30-40 minutes or until the surface is golden and the pastry is crispy.
9. Let the savory tart cool slightly before serving.

Trivia

The savory tart is a very versatile preparation that lends itself to numerous variations. You could add spices like curry to give an exotic note, or enrich it with other cheeses like gorgonzola if you prefer more intense flavors. The addition of cooked or smoked ham could bring an extra touch of savoriness. In Italy it is common to customize savory tarts based on seasonal ingredients and personal tastes!