HAM, RICOTTA & FIG TART

By porklion

Yields: 4 Servings

Preparation Time: 30 min
Cooking Time: 30 min

Source: Rachael Ray Everyday 02/11

Ingredients

• 3 oz dried figs (about 4)
• Boiling water
• 3 tbsp butter
• 2 onions, halved and thinly sliced
• 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• Salt and pepper
• 1/4 pound sliced deli ham, coarsely chopped

Details

Servings 4
Preparation time 30mins
Cooking time 60mins
Adapted from rachaelraymag.com

Preparation

Step 1

1) Preheat the oven to 400°. In a small bowl, cover the figs with boiling water and steep until softened, about 15 minutes; drain and finely chop.

2) Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions and thyme and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and browned, about 15 minutes; let cool slightly.

3) Arrange the puff pastry on a baking sheet. Using a fork, pierce a 1/4-inch edge around the pastry. In a small bowl, beat together 1 egg and 2 teaspoons water. Brush the pastry with the egg wash; freeze until ready to use.

4) In a medium bowl, whisk together the ricotta and remaining egg. Stir in the figs; season with salt and pepper.

5) Spread the ricotta mixture on the puff pastry in an even layer, leaving a border. Top with the ham and onions. Bake until golden, about 20 minutes. Lower the heat to 350° and bake until the bottom of the puff pastry is golden, 5 to 10 minutes.