Pumpkin, Ricotta & Caramelized Onion Tart with Turkey
Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with this Pumpkin, Ricotta & Caramelized Onion Tart, featuring savory notes without any pork products. This delightful tart combines creamy ricotta and rich pumpkin purée layered on a flaky pastry base, creating a cozy dish perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of sweet caramelized onions and aromatic sage, making it not just a meal but an experience to share with loved ones. Enjoy this versatile dish warm straight from the oven or at room temperature as an easy appetizer!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8 slices 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 sweet onions, thinly sliced
- ½ cup apple cider
- 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 1½ cups ricotta cheese
- 1⅓ cups pumpkin purée
- 2 cups freshly grated mozzarella cheese
- 2 handfuls fresh sage leaves
- 2 large eggs + 2 tsp water (for egg wash)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook chopped turkey bacon until crisp. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add sliced onions, salt, and pepper; cook on medium-low for about 25–30 minutes until caramelized. Stir in apple cider and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface, transferring to parchment-lined baking sheets. Score edges and prick centers with a fork.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta and pumpkin purée; season with salt and pepper. Spread this mixture evenly within the pastry borders. Layer on caramelized onions, mozzarella cheese, and turkey bacon.
- Scatter fresh sage leaves over the filling and brush edges with egg wash.
- Bake for about 25–30 minutes until golden brown and puffed up.
- Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan over the top while warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 75mg