Brazilian recipe
Homemade Savoury Cheese Tarts (Empadinha de queijo)
These delightful cheese tarts, known as Empadinhas, are a staple snack for parties and gatherings. Enjoy a crisp, buttery pastry filled with a rich, creamy cheese centre.
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Ingredients
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 whole eggs
250 grams grated Parmesan cheese or 1/2 small queijo minas cut into cubes
1 cup full-fat milk
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
Salt to taste
2 whole eggs
250 grams grated Parmesan cheese or 1/2 small queijo minas cut into cubes
1 cup full-fat milk
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find all-purpose flour, butter, and eggs at any local supermarket. For the cheese, look for Parmesan in the dairy section; while 'queijo minas' is a specific Brazilian fresh cheese, you can substitute it with a mild, fresh white cheese like paneer or a firm ricotta if you cannot find the original product at specialty international grocers.
Preparation method
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, 3 tablespoons of room temperature butter, the egg yolk, and a pinch of salt
- Use your fingertips to work the mixture until you achieve a homogeneous, crumbly dough
- In a blender, process the whole eggs, the cheese, the remaining tablespoon of butter, and the milk until smooth
- Line the bottom and sides of individual tart tins with the prepared dough
- Pour the blended cheese mixture into the tart shells, ensuring you leave a little space at the top
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 30 minutes, or until the filling is golden brown and the pastry is cooked through
Observations
The Empadinha de queijo is a much-loved classic in Brazilian snack culture, perfect for afternoon tea, celebrations, or as a quick bite.
This recipe balances convenience with a truly irresistible flavour profile, featuring a perfectly flaky pastry shell and a velvety cheese filling. It is a crowd-pleasing option that proves how simple ingredients can come together to create a sophisticated and satisfying savoury treat.
This recipe balances convenience with a truly irresistible flavour profile, featuring a perfectly flaky pastry shell and a velvety cheese filling. It is a crowd-pleasing option that proves how simple ingredients can come together to create a sophisticated and satisfying savoury treat.
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