Cozy Caramelized Onion and Apple Tart with Blue Cheese

A savory tart with sweet and tangy notes. The caramelized onions and apples pair perfectly with the pungent blue cheese and a drizzle of honey. This recipe is quick and easy and perfect for a cozy dinner.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Total Time

55 minutes

Calories

650 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

3 items

Cost

£2.81/serving

Season:

☀️ Summer•🍂 Autumn

Meal Type:

Dinner•Dessert•Side Dish

Cuisine:

British

Cooking Style:

Quick & Easy

Mood:

Comfort Food

Ingredients

Servings

1preparedAll-Butter Pie Crust(Store-bought or homemade)

£3.00

2largeYellow Onions(Thinly sliced)

£0.80

2mediumApples(Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, thinly sliced)

£1.00

4ozBlue Cheese(Crumbled)

£2.50

2tablespoonsButter(Unsalted)

£3.00

1tablespoonBrown Sugar

£0.05

1tablespoonBalsamic Vinegar

£0.10

1teaspoonFresh Thyme(Chopped, or 1/2 tsp dried)

£0.50

1tablespoonsHoney(For drizzling)

£0.20

1tablespoonOlive Oil

£0.10

to tasteSalt

to tasteBlack Pepper(Freshly ground)

Total Cost

£11.25

£2.81 per serving

Instructions

1.
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pie crust to a 12-inch circle. Carefully transfer it to the tart pan and press it gently into the bottom and sides. Trim the edges and crimp them if desired. Prick the bottom of the crust several times with a fork.
3.
In a large skillet, melt butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are softened and begin to caramelize, about 20-25 minutes. Add the brown sugar and balsamic vinegar during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Season with salt and pepper.
4.
Remove the caramelized onions from the heat and let them cool slightly.
5.
Spread the caramelized onions evenly over the prepared tart crust. Arrange the thinly sliced apples over the onions in a decorative pattern.
6.
Sprinkle the crumbled blue cheese and chopped fresh thyme over the apples and onions.
7.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender.
8.
Remove the tart from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
9.
Drizzle with honey before serving.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (200g)

650 kcal / 2720 kJ

Carbs

60g

23% of RDA

Fat

40g

57% of RDA

Protein

14g

28% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

5 g

17% of RDA

Sugar

25 g

28% of RDA

Sodium

450 mg

20% of RDA

Saturated Fat

20 g

100% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a deeper caramelization, cook the onions over low heat for a longer period (up to 45 minutes).

If the crust edges are browning too quickly, cover them with aluminum foil during the last 10 minutes of baking.

For a richer flavor, use a high-quality blue cheese, such as Roquefort or Gorgonzola.

The tart can be served warm or at room temperature.

Try adding a sprinkle of toasted walnuts or pecans for added texture and flavor.

Cooking Equipment

Oven

Stovetop

9-inch Tart Pan (preferably with removable bottom)

Wine Pairings

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