Asparagus and Goats Cheese Tart

Delicious warm or cold, this light and tasty Asparagus and Goat's Cheese Tart makes for an ideal starter or lunch.

Ingredients

1 tsp melted butter

1 rectangular piece ready rolled puff pastry

450g (1 lb) asparagus, blanched

3 free range eggs

300ml (½ pint) double cream

1 x 125g goats cheese, no rind

Salt and black pepper

Grated cheese

Method

1. Brush the baking tray and line with the puff pastry. Place the asparagus spears over the surface.

2. Beat the eggs with the cream and goats cheese, season to taste. Pour over the asparagus and sprinkle with grated cheese.

3. Cook on the floor of the roasting oven for about 25 minutes until golden.

Conventional cooking
Cook at 200°C, 400°F, fan oven 180°C, Gas Mark 6 for about 25–30 minutes until golden.

Notes - Serve warm or cold with a salad.

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