Family Breakfast Tart Bacon Eggs (Print Version)

Golden puff pastry tart filled with eggs, bacon, cheese, tomatoes, and spinach. Perfect family breakfast ready in under an hour.

# Ingredient List:

→ Pastry

01 - 1 sheet ready-rolled puff pastry (approximately 10 x 14 inches)

→ Filling

02 - 6 large eggs
03 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
04 - 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
05 - 6 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
06 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
07 - 1/2 cup baby spinach, roughly chopped
08 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

→ Garnish

12 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Unroll the puff pastry onto the prepared baking sheet. Score a 1-inch border around the edges with a sharp knife, without cutting all the way through. Prick the center with a fork.
03 - Bake the pastry for 10 minutes, until slightly puffed and pale golden. Remove from oven and gently press down the center if it has risen.
04 - Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika if using.
05 - Sprinkle the grated cheddar evenly over the center of the pastry, staying within the border. Pour the egg mixture over the cheese. Top with chopped bacon, halved cherry tomatoes, spinach, and green onions.
06 - Return the tart to the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the eggs are just set and the pastry is golden brown.
07 - Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh chives. Slice and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The puff pastry creates those irresistible flaky layers that make everyone think you spent hours at the stove
  • You can prep most components the night before and simply assemble and bake when guests arrive
  • The combination of creamy eggs and smoky bacon hits every comfort craving while still feeling fancy enough for company
02 -
  • The tart will continue cooking slightly as it rests, so remove from the oven when the center still has a gentle wobble rather than being completely firm
  • Scoring the border is crucial because it creates that beautiful raised edge that holds all the fillings in place while looking incredibly professional
  • Room temperature ingredients prevent the custard from separating and ensure even baking throughout
03 -
  • Place your baking sheet in the oven while it preheats, then carefully transfer the pastry onto the hot pan for an extra crisp bottom crust
  • Pat your cherry tomatoes dry with paper towels before adding them to prevent excess moisture from making the custard watery

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