French Tartine
Looking for a quick and impressive dish that's perfect for any occasion? Look no further than my French Tartine! They're not only great as appetizers but also add a fun twist to your breakfast or brunch. The best part is, you can get creative and use whatever leftovers you have in the fridge. This recipe allows you to have fun experimenting with different ingredients.
Now, let's talk about tartine's origin - it's a French delight! Despite its fancy name, a tartine is simply an open-face toast, making it accessible and easy to prepare. With this recipe, we'll show you how to whip up four mouthwatering variations of French tartine. Each variation yields two slices of delicious toast, giving you a total of eight servings. And for those elegant gatherings, simply slice them in half diagonally, turning them into delightful hors d'oeuvres, resulting in 16 servings. Of course, you can adjust the quantity to suit your needs.
So, grab your favorite ingredients, follow these simple steps, and in just 5 minutes, you'll have an array of French tartine variations that are sure to impress! Let your culinary imagination run wild and create a delightful treat that your guests and taste buds will adore. Bon appétit!
TARTINE 1: SMOKED SALMON
INGREDIENTS
2 slices of freshly toasted bread*
Whipped cream cheese**
2-4 slices fresh smoked salmon
1 Tbsp. capers
Lemon zest
Cucumbers (optional)
Dill (optional)
*Feel free to use any type of bread, although I recommend sourdough.
**I like to use whipped cream cheese, as I find it easier to spread!
INSTRUCTIONS
Spread whipped cream cheese on 2 slices of freshly toasted bread.
Layer 1-2 pieces of smoked salmon on each piece of toast.
Top with capers, lemon zest, cucumbers (optional) and dill (optional).
TARTINE 2: RICOTTA AND PEAR
INGREDIENTS
2 slices of freshly toasted bread*
50-100g Saputo Ricotta Di Campagna**
1 Tbsp. Olive oil
1 Can preserved pears**
Honey (optional)
*Feel free to use any type of bread, although I recommend sourdough.
**It’s crucial to use whipped ricotta for this recipe. Its creamy, fluffy texture makes it easy to spread and adds that extra creaminess that is so decadent! Ricotta is also rich in protein and can be customized for both sweet or savoury dishes.
***You can either buy premade, canned pears in syrup, or you can make your own. For simplicity’s sake, I chose to use pre-made preserved pears, however, if you have the time, I highly recommend using Ricardo’s recipe for preserved pears.
INSTRUCTIONS
Spread whipped ricotta on 2 slices of freshly toasted bread.
Drizzle olive oil on top of ricotta.
Gently layer 3-4 preserved pears across the top of the toast.
Lightly drizzle honey on top, for added sweetness (optional).
TARTINE 3: AGED CHEESE AND BLACKBERRIES
INGREDIENTS
2 Slices freshly toasted bread*
8 Slices of any hard, aged cheese**
1 Tbsp. orange marmalade (I prefer the Bonne Maman brand!)
A handful of fresh blackberries
*Feel free to use any type of bread, although I recommend sourdough.
**I like to use Balderson or an aged cheddar for this tartine, however I encourage you to get creative and switch it up!
INSTRUCTIONS
Top the toast with 4 slices of your cheese of choice.
Divide the orange marmalade evenly and spread on top of each toast (on top of the cheese).
Drop fresh blackberries on top, and enjoy!
TARTINE 4: AGED CHEESE, JAM AND TRUFFLES
INGREDIENTS
2 Slices freshly toasted bread*
2 Tbsp. blueberry jam
8 slices of Pecorino al Tartufo**
Fresh shaved truffles (optional)
*Feel free to use any type of bread, although I recommend sourdough.
**Pecorino al Tartufo is an Italian, raw sheep's milk cheese encrusted with small specks of white and black truffles and is aged thirty days. If you can’t find this cheese, feel free to use any dry, aged sheep’s cheese.
INSTRUCTIONS
Spread blueberry jam on both slices of toast.
Top the toast with 4 slices of cheese per toast.
Top with fresh shaved truffle (optional), and enjoy!
BON APPETIT!
Photography by: Patricia Brochu