Onion Tart

Executive Chef Gray Byrum

Disney's Grand Floridian Spa and Resort's Citricos restaurant

Yield: 4 to 6 servings.

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 large onion

2 cloves garlic

1 bay leaf

Salt and white pepper to taste

1 package puff pastry, thawed

2 eggs

2 tablespoons milk

2 tablespoons heavy cream

1/4 cup shredded manchego cheese, plus additional cheese for sprinkling

1. Heat oven to 400 F.

2. Peel and slice the onion. Add olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions. Chop the garlic cloves and add to the pan along with a bay leaf. Season with salt and white pepper to taste. Let the onions sizzle until golden and caramelized.

3. Cut puff pastry into circles using a 31/2-inch ring molds and carefully stretch dough to fit snugly into greased four-inch tart pans. With the tip of knife or the tines of a fork, prick dough with the tip of a knife; set aside.

4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the eggs, milk, heavy cream and shredded Manchego cheese.

5. To assemble, mound the caramelized onions in the prepared tart pans. Top off with some of the egg mixture. Sprinkle with additional Manchego cheese and bake the tarts for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown and set. Serve warm.

Source: Orlando Sentinal