Savoury tarts

What could be better than a glorious smoked salmon tart or, in late spring, asparagus and cheese?

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Asparagus and Cheese Tart

Just to make the very most of the English asparagus during its very short season, I cook it every which way...

Just to make the very most of the English asparagus during its very short season, I cook it every which way, hence this very simple but sublime tart. Vegetarians ma...

30 minutes - 40 minutes

to cook

Vegetarian

Asparagus, Cheese and Egg Tartlets

These delightful tartlets contain a combination of melted cheese, lightly sauteed asparagus tips and whole,...

These delightful tartlets contain a combination of melted cheese, lightly sauteed asparagus tips and whole, lightly baked eggs. They are simple to prepare and...

12 minutes - 15 minutes

to cook

Vegetarian

Cep and Onion Tarts

This combination of earthy cep mushrooms and sweet caramelised onions is divine, and comes to us courtesy o...

This combination of earthy cep mushrooms and sweet caramelised onions is divine, and comes to us courtesy of Alex Mackay, the brilliant young chef who demonstrated his...

25 minutes - 30 minutes

to cook

Vegetarian

Charred Onion and Swiss Cheese Tart

The sight of a bumper crop of shallots inspired me to make up a variation on my traditional onion tart, usi...

The sight of a bumper crop of shallots inspired me to make up a variation on my traditional onion tart, using Swiss cheese (Gruyere in this instance). We served it ...

30 minutes - 40 minutes

to cook

Vegetarian

Kipper Quiche

A less frugal version of this can be made for a special occasion by substituting 1/2 pint (275ml) cream for...

A less frugal version of this can be made for a special occasion by substituting 1/2 pint (275ml) cream for the milk. The Delia Online Cookery School: Have you seen...

40 minutes

to cook

Leek and Goats' Cheese Tart

This is what I call a wobbly tart – creamy and soft-centred. Leeks and goats' cheese have turned out to ...

This is what I call a wobbly tart – creamy and soft-centred. Leeks and goats' cheese have turned out to be a wonderful combination, and the addition of goats' chees...

50 minutes - 1 hour

to cook

Vegetarian

Quiche Lorraine

For years I've been experimenting with this type of recipe to elminate, for ever, the problem of the soggy ...

For years I've been experimenting with this type of recipe to elminate, for ever, the problem of the soggy pastry base that seems to plague so many people, myself incl...

Red Onion Tarte Tatin

This is simply the old favourite apple tarte Tatin turned into a savoury version. The red onions are mel...

This is simply the old favourite apple tarte Tatin turned into a savoury version. The red onions are mellowed and caramelised with balsamic vinegar, and look specta...

Vegetarian

Tomato and Goats' Cheese Tart

I always make masses of fresh tomato and basil sauce and lots of gazpacho, which only tastes good when the ...

I always make masses of fresh tomato and basil sauce and lots of gazpacho, which only tastes good when the tomatoes are very red and ripe. This is a brilliant recip...

55 minutes

to cook

Vegetarian

Smoked Fish Tart

Smoked Fish Tart with a Parmesan Crust The various smoked flavours of the fish in this tart are quite se...

Smoked Fish Tart with a Parmesan Crust The various smoked flavours of the fish in this tart are quite sensational partnered with the hint of piquancy in the gherkin...

50 minutes - 1 hour

to cook

Thick Onion Tart

The secret of this tart is to cook the onions until they almost caramelise so they form a thick, brown laye...

The secret of this tart is to cook the onions until they almost caramelise so they form a thick, brown layer over the base. The Delia Online Cookery School: You can...

Tomato Tart with Swiss Cheese

This recipe was kindly given to me by a lady called Christiane who lives in Nice. You'd think that when ...

This recipe was kindly given to me by a lady called Christiane who lives in Nice. You'd think that when they eat it there it would be made with fresh tomatoes ripen...

30 minutes

to cook

Vegetarian

Turkey Flan with Leeks and Cheese

This can be made with a combination of leftover turkey or chicken and pieces of cheese You could also ad...

This can be made with a combination of leftover turkey or chicken and pieces of cheese You could also add some chopped pieces of ham if there is some left over. Hav...

25 minutes - 30 minutes

to cook

Wild Mushroom Tartlets

This is my version of one of the most brilliant first courses I've ever eaten. It was created by Michel ...

This is my version of one of the most brilliant first courses I've ever eaten. It was created by Michel Bourdin, head chef at London's prestigious Connaught Hotel. ...

Vegetarian