How do you trim asparagus?

Sometimes asparagus gets a bad rap for being stringy or super chewy. That's because as the asparagus plant matures, the base of the spear gets woody and thick. Trimming the ends is essential so your asparagus dish is tender and chewy. There are two methods to trim asparagus. One way is to snap the asparagus at its natural breaking point. Bend the spear with your hands on each end, and it will naturally break at its woody end, leaving you with a tender spear. Basically, bend and snap! The next method is to use a sharp knife and trim off the woody end. You would make a cut where the color changes from a vibrant green to a more white color at the bottom of the spear.

What temperature to cook a puff pastry tart?

As a general rule of thumb, a puff pastry is best baked at a high temperature (around 400°F) for a short time, usually 15-20 minutes. This high temperature helps the pastry to puff up and become light and flaky. It's always a good idea to keep an eye on your tart while it's baking, adjusting the time as needed to ensure it is baked to perfection.

Easy Asparagus Puff Pastry Tart

Name: Easy Asparagus Puff Pastry Tart
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed to package instructions; 2 large eggs at room temperature, divided; 1 tablespoon milk; 1 lemon (both zest and juice); 1 lb asparagus, trimmed; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 4 ounces goat cheese; 2 cups gruyere cheese, shredded; ½ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded, divided; 2 tablespoons chives, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons thyme, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped; Salt and black pepper (to taste)

Easy Asparagus Puff Pastry Tart

Asparagus Puff Pastry Tart cut into 6 squares on parchment paper.

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This easy asparagus puff pastry tart features a flaky, buttery pastry crust topped with creamy and delicious goat cheese, fresh asparagus, and hints of lemon. If there ever were a mascot for a spring appetizer dish, this asparagus tart would be it!

Prep Time: 10
Cook Time: 20
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 6 1x
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed to package instructions
2 large eggs at room temperature, divided
1 tablespoon milk
1 lemon (both zest and juice)
1 lb asparagus, trimmed
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 ounces goat cheese
2 cups gruyere cheese, shredded
½ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded, divided
2 tablespoons chives, finely chopped
2 tablespoons thyme, finely chopped
2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
Salt and black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

Thaw puff pastry according to package instructions.
Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, set aside.
Wash, trim and dry asparagus. Lightly brush with olive oil to coat. Set aside.
Roll out the puff pastry into an 11" x14" rectangle on a clean, lightly floured surface using a rolling pin. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
Prick the puff pastry all over with a fork. Do not poke all the way through the puff pastry.
Prepare egg wash by beating one egg and one tablespoon of milk in a small bowl with a fork until well combined.
Brush the egg wash evenly on the surface of the puff pastry using a pastry brush, making sure to get the edges of the pastry. Set prepared puff pastry aside.
In a small bowl, zest the lemon and then juice it. Set aside.
In a medium bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, add the remaining egg, goat cheese, gruyere cheese, ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese, chives, thyme and parsley. Next, add the lemon zest and lemon juice. Mix well.
Now, spread the cheese mixture over the prepared puff pastry, leaving a 1" border on all sides. Arrange asparagus spears in a single layer over the cheese mixture. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Lastly, sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese on top of the asparagus.
Bake for 20 – 25 minutes, until the tart is golden brown and flaky. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 2 minutes. Slice, serve and enjoy!

Notes

This dish is best served warm.

Keywords: Asparagus, Puff Pastry, Appetizer

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