Bacon and Ham Tart with Green Onions
A savory French-style tart filled with a creamy egg and cheese mixture, featuring crispy bacon, diced ham, and fresh green onions baked in buttery puff pastry. This french-inspired brunch ready in about 50 minutes pairs sheet, 14 ounces, thawed puff pastry, ounces, cooked and crumbled bacon, ounces, diced ham for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet, 14 ounces, thawed puff pastry
- 4 ounces, cooked and crumbled bacon
- 2 ounces, diced ham
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup, sliced green onions
- 1/4 cup, grated Gruyere cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out puff pastry sheet to 10x12 inches on a floured surface. Transfer to parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 2: Whisk together 1/2 cup heavy cream, 2 large eggs, 1/4 cup grated Gruyere cheese, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until smooth.
- Step 3: Spread crumbled bacon and diced ham evenly over puff pastry. Sprinkle 1/4 cup sliced green onions over top.
- Step 4: Pour egg cream mixture evenly over filling. Bake for 25-30 minutes until filling is set and pastry is golden brown.
- Step 5: Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing into squares.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Bacon and Ham Tart with Green Onions take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Bacon and Ham Tart with Green Onions?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ounces, diced ham from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Bacon and Ham Tart with Green Onions?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Bacon and Ham Tart with Green Onions for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Bacon and Ham Tart with Green Onions?
French brunch like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
