Tarts can be savory, too! Tart dough is very versatile and surprisingly easy to prep, which makes it a perfect component for a weekday meal or anytime you want something buttery and flaky (umm, always?). This recipe uses a standard pie dough ratio (3:2:1 ratio of flour, fat, and water) but can be transformed into a sweet dough by adding powdered sugar to the dry ingredients. If a food processor isn’t handy, a pastry cutter, fork, or even your hands can be used to mix the dough, as long as the butter stays cold.
The nutty flavors of mushrooms and gruyere cheese pair well with the flaky crust in this recipe. Other fillings that work well are leeks, sliced potatoes, Parmesan cheese, and basil, to name a few. Like the mushrooms, you may need to cook down some of your fillings to remove some excess moisture. Seriously, who likes a soggy crust? Give your own combination a try and tell us how it goes!
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