Tartlets with onions, ham and cheese sauce

4 servings

40 minutes

Tartlets with onion, ham, and cheese sauce are an exquisite dish of Italian cuisine that combines delicate dough, savory ham, and aromatic cheese sauce. Their origin traces back to the tradition of Mediterranean appetizers served before the main course. The creamy sauce made from milk, cream, and egg yolks adds softness and richness to the dish, while red onion, olives, and capers provide a light spiciness and refined aroma. The balsamic dressing adds a subtle tanginess that harmonizes with the saltiness of the ham and cheese sauce. These tartlets are an ideal option for buffets and festive tables as well as a great complement to a glass of white wine. With their crispy dough and rich flavors, each bite becomes a small gastronomic adventure.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 612.3
• Proteins: 21.3g
• Fats: 52.4g
• Carbohydrates: 14.3g

Ingredients

• Cream 30%: 120 ml
• Milk: 120 ml
• Egg yolk: 2 pc
• Wheat flour: 2 tbsp
• Cheese: 50 g
• Ham: 400 g
• Sweet red onion: 1 pc
• Capers: 50 g
• Olive: 50 g
• Olive oil: 2 tbsp
• Balsamic vinegar: 2 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Thaw the dough. Preheat the oven to 180°C.

2. Clean the garlic. Pour milk and cream into a small pot and bring to a boil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Milk: 120 ml
   • Cream 30%: 120 ml

3. Mix the yolk with flour and a pinch of salt, add some hot milk with cream and stir.

   Required ingredients:

   • Egg yolk: 2 pieces
   • Wheat flour: 2 tablespoons

4. Pour the yolk mixture into a pot with milk and, stirring continuously, heat the sauce over low heat until it thickens. Remove the sauce from the heat, continuing to stir to prevent it from burning and turning into an omelet.

   Required ingredients:

   • Egg yolk: 2 pieces

5. Grate the cheese on a fine grater, add it to the sauce, and mix everything thoroughly.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cheese: 50 g

6. Carefully roll out the dough and cut circles to fit the size of the molds.

7. Place the dough circles in the molds.

8. Peel the onion and cut it into small wedges.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sweet red onion: 1 piece

9. Combine olive oil with balsamic vinegar, season with salt and pepper, and mix.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
   • Balsamic vinegar: 2 tablespoons

10. In each mold, place 1 tablespoon of cheese-egg sauce, add ham, olives, a slice of onion, and a little capers.

    Required ingredients:

    • Cheese: 50 g
    • Ham: 400 g
    • Olive: 50 g
    • Sweet red onion: 1 piece
    • Capers: 50 g

11. Drizzle with balsamic dressing and send the tartlets to a preheated oven for 15-20 minutes.