Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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16
servings
1 unit

All-purpose flour

for the work surface

9 unit

Frozen puff pastry

thawed

1 unit

Egg

beaten

2 tsp

Extra-virgin olive oil

plus more for brushing and drizzling

0.5 unit

Onion

thinly sliced

1 pinch

Kosher salt

1 tbsp

Apple cider vinegar

2 unit

Aged fontina cheese

shredded

8 unit

Dried figs

cut crosswise into rounds

3 tbsp

Walnuts

coarsely chopped

0.5 cup

Feta cheese

crumbled

1 tsp

Fresh thyme leaves

1 pinch

Black pepper

coarsely ground

1 tbsp

Honey

for drizzling

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Place a baking stone or baking sheet on the bottom rack.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 2
~2 min

Line another baking sheet with parchment paper.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~2 min

Dust a work surface with flour.

Step 4
~2 min

Roll the puff pastry into a 10x15 inch rectangle.

Step 5
~2 min

Transfer the pastry to the prepared baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 6
~2 min

Score a half-inch border around the edge of the pastry (do not cut all the way through).

Step 7
~2 min

Prick the pastry inside the border with a fork.

Step 8
~2 min

Brush the pastry with beaten egg.

Step 9
~2 min

Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 10
~2 min

Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 11
~2 min

Press down any puffed-up areas with a measuring cup or glass.

Step 12
~2 min

Let cool completely.

Step 13
~2 min

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat.

Step 14
~2 min

Add thinly sliced onions and a pinch of salt.

Step 15
~2 min

Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft and golden brown (about 10 minutes).

Step 16
~2 min

Add apple cider vinegar and stir until absorbed.

Step 17
~2 min

Remove from heat and let cool completely.

Step 18
~2 min

Scatter shredded fontina cheese over the pastry within the border.

Step 19
~2 min

Top with caramelized onions, dried fig rounds, and coarsely chopped walnuts.

Step 20
~2 min

Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese, fresh thyme leaves, salt, and pepper.

Step 21
~2 min

Drizzle with olive oil.

Step 22
~2 min

Return the tart to the oven on the preheated baking stone.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 23
~2 min

Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the fontina cheese melts.

Step 24
~2 min

Drizzle generously with honey.

Step 25
~2 min

Let cool for a few minutes.

Step 26
~2 min

Cut into 16 squares and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a good quality honey for the best flavor.

Caramelize the onions slowly for maximum sweetness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The pastry can be baked and stored at room temperature for 1 day. The caramelized onions can be refrigerated for 1 day.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Prosciutto
Arugula salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Figs and walnuts are commonly used in Mediterranean cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holiday appetizers
Autumn gatherings

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Appetizer
Autumn

Popularity Score

65/100

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