There is a huge difference between 'Tuesdays with Dorie' and 'French Fridays with Dorie'. Being a member of TWD has pushed me to try new recipes but as far as tastes go, it hasn't been a problem for me. Why would it be, though? Desserts are, for the most part, universally delicious and with the exception of an ingredient here or there that I am not particularly fond of, I haven't had to step out of my comfort zone.FFwD is the exact opposite. I would say that I am a good cook and that I enjoy trying new recipes. However, I think I am a tad pickier about things and after looking through 'Around My French Table' (which is an AMAZING book- BUY IT!), I know I am going to be stretched not only in cooking techniques, but my tastes will be stretched, too. (Make no mistake... that is a good thing!)
Enter this weeks recipe: Gerard's Mustard Tart. This tart is made with two different types of mustard (a dijon and a grainy one). Now, I like plain yellow mustard on a sandwich, but strong mustards just aren't for me. I fully expected to hate this recipe but I knew I had to give it a try.
The two mustards are mixed in with eggs and cream (kind of quiche-like) and topped with carrots and leeks (I used green onions since my grocery store was out of leeks).
Surprise, surprise! It was DELICIOUS!!!! I scaled back the recipe and made two mini-tarts. I had one bite and before I could take another one, my 5 year old daughter and my husband had devoured them both. Guess that means they REALLY liked it!
I sound like a broken record, but here is yet another winner from Dorie. Do we expect anything different, though? :)
Happy French Friday!
Well you know I love mustard so I would love this. I'm curious though is this a dinner or breakfast or snack or??? Looks yummy either way. Great job as usual Cristine!
ReplyDeleteThis was a surprise..I wasn't sure how it would turn out either! Im glad we both liked it!
ReplyDeleteIt was a huge hit at my house as well... even with the 9 year old.
ReplyDeleteLove the idea of the minis!
We are 2 for 2 so far with this book. I can not wait for next weeks choice, just the ingredients alone you know its going to be good!
I'm like you, the name of the tart totally turned me off! Definitely not a mustard fan unless it has honey in it! ;)
ReplyDeleteYour tarts look delicious though! I definitely want to try this recipe!
This was fabulous, wasn't it! I do like mustard, but still didn't anticipate just how fabulous the flavor would be in this tart. Your tarts look so pretty!
ReplyDeleteYou've definitely peaked my interest in these tarts. I guess I'll have to try them too.
ReplyDeleteYou know - that's exactly why I didn't join FFwD or buy the book - I've got too many picky eaters in my house to warrant such a purchase.
ReplyDeleteSigh - I guess I'll just live vicariously through you!
très cute! it looks delicious, great job! Tia @ Buttercreambarbie
ReplyDeleteI agree....TWD is way easier than this but I am also excited to try new things out.
ReplyDeleteYour tarts look great. I liked it, too, even though mustard is not my favorite thing.
ReplyDeleteEveryone in your family loved it! Both your mini-tarts look golden and perfect. YUM! We were surprised at how much we enjoyed the tart ourselves. Now, I am curious about the tomato one.
ReplyDeleteYour mini tarts are adorable! I loved this recipe too! I was so surprised by the taste- really different from anything I've ever tasted. I will be making this one again with tomatoes in the Summer too!
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