Swiss Chard, Raisin, and Pine Nut Tart
Swiss Chard, Raisin, and Pine Nut Tart is a flavorful Continental Desserts & Baking dish prepared with quality ingredients. Bring raisins and water to a boil in a 1-quart heavy saucepan, then remove from heat and let stand, covered, 1 hour.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionBring raisins and water to a boil in a 1-quart heavy saucepan, then remove from heat and let stand, covered, 1 hour.
Drain in a colander, then pat dry with paper towels.
Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 400°F.
Blanch chard in a large pot of boiling salted water, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender but still bright green, about 5 minutes.
Transfer chard with a slotted spoon to a large bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking.
Drain chard in a colander, then squeeze out excess water by handfuls.
Coarsely chop chard.
Whisk together egg, cream, granulated sugar, zest, and a pinch of salt in a large bowl.
Stir in pine nuts, raisins, and chard until combined.
Roll out larger piece of dough on a lightly floured surface with a lightly floured rolling pin into a 15- by 11-inch rectangle and fit into tart pan (do not trim edges).
Chill shell while rolling out top.
Roll out smaller piece of dough on a lightly floured surface with lightly floured rolling pin into a 12- by 9-inch rectangle.
Spread chard filling evenly into shell, then top with second rectangle of dough.
Using a rolling pin, roll over edges of pan to seal tart and trim edges, discarding scraps.
Cut 3 steam vents in top crust with a paring knife, then put tart in pan on a baking sheet.
Bake until top is golden, about 1 hour.
Transfer to a rack and cool 10 minutes, then remove side of pan.
Cool to room temperature, about 1 hour.
Dust with confectioners sugar.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.