Asparagus Ham And Mascarpone Tart Recipe

Ingredients for Asparagus Ham And Mascarpone Tart

• Puff Pastry Sheets
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 100g cooked ham, finely chopped
• Dijon Mustard
• Mascarpone Cheese
• Asparagus
• 1 large egg, beaten
• Parmesan Cheese

How to Make Asparagus Ham And Mascarpone Tart

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Cut each puff pastry sheet into four equal squares. Lightly score a 2.5cm border around each square, leaving the center for the filling.
3. Place the pastry squares on the prepared baking sheets and chill for 15 minutes.
4. Melt butter in a small frying pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, until softened.
5. Finely chop the ham in a food processor. Add the softened onion, Dijon mustard, and mascarpone cheese. Pulse until well combined.
6. Season the ham mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Spread the ham and mascarpone mixture evenly within the scored border of each pastry square.
8. Arrange the asparagus spears on top of the filling.
9. Brush the pastry borders with the beaten egg.
10. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is heated through.
11. Let cool slightly before serving. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.