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Pumpkin, Ricotta & Caramelized Onion Tart with Bacon and Sage


  • Author: emily
  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Omnivore

Description

A delightful tart filled with creamy ricotta, earthy pumpkin, and sweet caramelized onions, enhanced by crispy bacon and fresh sage, perfect for autumn gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 6 slices bacon, chopped
  • 4 sweet onions, thinly sliced
  • Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 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

  1. In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon until crispy, then remove and set aside on a paper towel.
  2. Using the bacon fat, caramelize the onions over medium-low heat for 25–30 minutes until deeply golden.
  3. Add apple cider to the onions and cook for another 5 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out puff pastry and place on parchment-lined baking sheets, scoring a 1-inch border.
  5. Mix ricotta and pumpkin purée, season with salt and pepper, and spread within the pastry borders.
  6. Top the ricotta-pumpkin mixture with caramelized onions, mozzarella, and crumbled bacon, then scatter fresh sage leaves on top.
  7. Brush edges with egg wash and bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

Ensure puff pastry is fully thawed before rolling. Patience is key when caramelizing onions for the best flavor.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: pumpkin tart, ricotta, caramelized onion, savory tart, autumn recipes, comfort food