Sweet Potato Tart with Walnut Crust

Sweet Potato Tart with Walnut Crust

DESCRIPTION

The crunchy walnut base elevates the subtle sweetness of the sweet potatoes in this savory dish that makes a great addition to any holiday meal.

Total Time
2 Hrs, 20 Mins
Serves
6
Meal
Brunch Dinner
Course
Side

Total Time

Prep Time
20 Mins
Cook Time
2 Hrs
Total Time
2 Hrs, 20 Mins

Nutrition

Calories
385 cal
Total Fat
33 g
Polyunsaturated Fat
19 g
Cholesterol
10 mg
Sodium
328 mg
Carbohydrates
15 g
Dietary Fiber
4 g
Protein
9 g

Ingredients

For the Crust:

  • 2 cups California walnuts, ground
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Filling:

  • 2 sweet potatoes, thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup whipping cream or half & half
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

  1. In medium bowl using fork, combine walnuts, Parmesan cheese and olive oil (add up to 1 tablespoon more of oil if dry). Using the back of a spoon, press walnut mixture into bottom and halfway up sides of a 4×10-inch tart pan. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour or overnight.
  2. In separate bowl, combine sweet potatoes, cream, thyme, salt, pepper and nutmeg; stir well. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour or overnight.
  3. On walnut base, layer sweet potatoes; drizzle with remaining cream mixture and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  4. In center of 350° F oven, bake 45 minutes or until potatoes are tender and filling is golden and bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes; cut into six pieces and serve warm.