Reblochon Tarts With Bacon Fingerling Potatoes
F&w magazine, october 2008 edition. Terrence brenan s the author of this recipe as it originally appeared in this edition. From pairing of the day: october 2008, strategies for cooking with cheese. With a golden layer of puff pastry topped by caramelized onions, soft potatoes, bacon and tangy reblochon cheese, this tart is lighter than the sum of its parts, making for a satisfying fall dish that’s great any time of day. The reblochon, a washed-rind cheese from france, can be replaced with a robust taleggio from northern italy or the smooth french soft-ripened cow’s-milk cheese saint-andre. Wine suggestions: the earthy, berry-rich flavors of pinot noirs from california’s santa lucia highlands work well as partners for washed-rind cheeses like the reblochon in this tart. Jason miller likes to pour the silky 2005 logan pinot noir. The floral 2006 morgan twelve clones is an equally good option now that i have finished with the preliminaries i have to say these were delicious - with c
Steps
In a small saucepan , cover the potatoes with cold water and bring to a boil.
Cook over high heat until tender when pierced with a knife , about 15 minutes.
Drain , then peel and thinly slice crosswise.
Meanwhile , in a medium skillet , cook the bacon over moderately high heat until crisp , about 5 minutes.
Transfer to paper towels.
Cut the slices in thirds.
Preheat the oven to 375f.
Pour off the bacon fat in the skillet and add the oil.
Add the onion and cook over moderate heat , stirring frequently , until softened and browned , about 15 minutes.
Add water as necessary , 1 tablespoon at a time , to prevent scorching.
Transfer the onion to a bowl.
Season with salt , pepper , & crushed red pepper flakes.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
On a lightly floured work surface , roll out the puff pastry to an 11-inch square.
Using a plate as your guide , cut out four 5-inch rounds.
Transfer the rounds to the prepared baking sheet and prick them all over with a fork',.
Ingredients
fingerling potatoes, bacon, extra virgin olive oil, onion, salt, fresh ground black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, all-purpose flour, puff pastry, reblochon cheese