Explore this fresh mint and green pea tart\u2014a simple, vibrant, and exceptionally tender recipe perfect for a springtime family lunch.<\/p>\n
For 6 servings:<\/p>\n
– Puff pastry: 1 sheet
\n– Green peas: 500 g
\n– Heavy cream: 200 ml
\n– Eggs: 4
\n– Fresh mint: 1 bunch
\n– Salt: 1 pinch
\n– Pepper: 1 pinch<\/p>\n
Total time: 45 minutes<\/p>\n
– Preparation: 15 minutes
\n– Cooking: 30 minutes<\/p>\n
1. **Prepare the crust**<\/p>\n
Unroll the puff pastry and line a tart pan with it. Place in the refrigerator to chill.<\/p>\n
2. **Cook the green peas**<\/p>\n
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the green peas for 5 minutes, drain them, and then immediately plunge into ice water to set the color.<\/p>\n
3. **Prepare the filling**<\/p>\n
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and cream. Season with salt and pepper. Finely chop the mint leaves and stir them into the mixture.<\/p>\n
4. **Assemble the tart**<\/p>\n
Evenly spread the green peas on the chilled pastry (save a few for garnish). Pour the creamy egg mixture over the peas.<\/p>\n
5. **Baking**<\/p>\n
Bake in a preheated oven at 350\u00b0F (180\u00b0C) for 30 minutes, or until the tart is golden and set.<\/p>\n
**Finishing touches**<\/p>\n
Garnish with the reserved green peas and some fresh mint leaves. This tart can be enjoyed hot, warm, or cold.<\/p>\n\n\n