Savory Pumpkin Tart

The savory pumpkin tart is a delicious autumnal dish that can be prepared both as an appetizer and as a main course. Here is an Italian version of this recipe.

Ingredients

• 1 roll of brisée pastry or puff pastry
• 600 g of pumpkin, already cleaned
• 200 g of ricotta
• 100 g of grated parmesan
• 2 eggs
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Nutmeg to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Chives for garnish (optional)

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C.
2. Cut the pumpkin into cubes and place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Season with a drizzle of oil, salt and pepper, and mix well. Bake for about 20-30 minutes or until the pumpkin is soft.
3. Remove the pumpkin from the oven and let it cool slightly.
4. In a bowl, mash the pumpkin with a fork, forming a coarse puree.
5. Add the ricotta, grated parmesan, eggs, a grating of nutmeg, salt and pepper to taste. Mix all the ingredients until you obtain a homogeneous mixture.
6. Roll out the brisée pastry in a tart pan previously greased or lined with parchment paper, and prick the bottom with a fork.
7. Pour the pumpkin filling onto the pastry base and level with a spatula.
8. Bake for about 35-40 minutes or until the surface is golden and the brisée pastry is crispy.
9. Once cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before serving. You can garnish with chopped chives for a touch of color and flavor.

Trivia

Pumpkin is a very versatile ingredient and is used in countless recipes in Italian cuisine, from soups to risottos, to baked preparations like this savory tart. In addition, pumpkin is rich in vitamins and has a low calorie content, making it a perfect food for healthy and light dishes.