Rustic Goat Cheese Tart with Green Olives, Tomatoes, and Chicken Sausage (1 Hr, 15 Mins + Chill Time)

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The rustic goat cheese tart brings together a delightful array of flavors and textures, perfect for those who appreciate a hearty yet sophisticated dish.

This tart layers green olives, fresh tomatoes, arugula, chicken sausage, sun-dried tomatoes, mushrooms, and, of course, creamy goat cheese creating a rich and colorful palette of ingredients.

Each component adds its own unique flavor, creating a complex and delicious profile that makes this dish suitable for a main course, a starter, or even a classy addition to a brunch spread.

Ingredients

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For the tart crust:
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 3-4 tablespoons ice water
  • 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
For the filling:
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chopped chicken sausage, cooked
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup mushrooms, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup green olives, sliced
  • 1 medium fresh tomato, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup arugula
  • 1 cup goat cheese, crumbled or in small dollops

Instructions

  1. Prepare the tart crust (15 minutes + chilling):
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the cubed butter and use a pastry blender or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
    • Add the Italian herbs and sprinkle ice water over the mixture, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just begins to come together and the herbs are combined.
    • Form the dough into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat the oven (during crust chilling):
    • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  3. Roll out the tart crust (5 minutes):
    • On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer it to a tart pan with a removable bottom or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Prepare and add the toppings (10 minutes):
    • Evenly distribute the cooked chicken sausage, sun-dried tomatoes, mushrooms, green olives, and slices of fresh tomato over the crust.
    • Drizzle olive oil over the toppings.
  5. Bake the tart (25 minutes):
    • Bake the tart in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes.
  6. Add goat cheese and continue baking (5 minutes):
    • Remove the tart from the oven and dot the surface with dollops of goat cheese.
    • Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is slightly melted and the crust is golden.
  7. Garnish with arugula and serve (5 minutes):
    • Once the tart is fully baked, remove from the oven and immediately top with fresh arugula. The residual heat will slightly wilt the leaves.
    • Let the tart cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

This goat cheese tart is a showcase of how simple ingredients can be elevated into a gourmet dish.

This tart is best enjoyed fresh from the oven but can also be served at room temperature for a relaxed meal.

Pair it with a crisp white wine for a truly enjoyable dining experience!

*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.

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