Follow these steps for perfect results
All-purpose flour
for the work surface
Frozen puff pastry
thawed
Egg
beaten
Extra-virgin olive oil
plus more for brushing and drizzling
Onion
thinly sliced
Kosher salt
Apple cider vinegar
Aged fontina cheese
shredded
Dried figs
cut crosswise into rounds
Walnuts
coarsely chopped
Feta cheese
crumbled
Fresh thyme leaves
Black pepper
coarsely ground
Honey
for drizzling
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Place a baking stone or baking sheet on the bottom rack.
Line another baking sheet with parchment paper.
Dust a work surface with flour.
Roll the puff pastry into a 10x15 inch rectangle.
Transfer the pastry to the prepared baking sheet.
Score a half-inch border around the edge of the pastry (do not cut all the way through).
Prick the pastry inside the border with a fork.
Brush the pastry with beaten egg.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes.
Press down any puffed-up areas with a measuring cup or glass.
Let cool completely.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat.
Add thinly sliced onions and a pinch of salt.
Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft and golden brown (about 10 minutes).
Add apple cider vinegar and stir until absorbed.
Remove from heat and let cool completely.
Scatter shredded fontina cheese over the pastry within the border.
Top with caramelized onions, dried fig rounds, and coarsely chopped walnuts.
Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese, fresh thyme leaves, salt, and pepper.
Drizzle with olive oil.
Return the tart to the oven on the preheated baking stone.
Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the fontina cheese melts.
Drizzle generously with honey.
Let cool for a few minutes.
Cut into 16 squares and serve.
Expert advice for the best results
Use a good quality honey for the best flavor.
Caramelize the onions slowly for maximum sweetness.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
The pastry can be baked and stored at room temperature for 1 day. The caramelized onions can be refrigerated for 1 day.
Arrange the tart squares on a serving platter and garnish with fresh thyme leaves.
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Balances the sweetness of the figs
Discover the story behind this recipe
Figs and walnuts are commonly used in Mediterranean cuisine.
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