Country Manor Breakfast Tart Recipe

Name: Country Manor Breakfast Tart
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon white sugar; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 ¾ cups shortening (chilled); ½ cup cold water; 1 egg; 1 tablespoon vinegar; 8 slices bacon; 1 tablespoon butter; ½ cup chopped onion; ⅓ cup finely diced smoked ham; 3 cups heavy cream; 8 eggs, beaten; ¼ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; ¼ teaspoon nutmeg; 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil; 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, minced; 1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, diced small; ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese; ½ cup shredded monterey jack cheese; 1 bunch green onion, chopped; ⅓ cup sliced almonds

Servings: persons

4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons salt
1 ¾ cups shortening (chilled)
½ cup cold water
1 egg
1 tablespoon vinegar
8 slices bacon
1 tablespoon butter
½ cup chopped onion
⅓ cup finely diced smoked ham
3 cups heavy cream
8 eggs, beaten
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, minced
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, diced small
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup shredded monterey jack cheese
1 bunch green onion, chopped
⅓ cup sliced almonds

1
Mix together flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.
2
Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3
Add water, egg, and vinegar.
4
Mix together but do over work it.
5
Divide pastry into two pieces, cover and chill for 30 minutes.
6
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
7
Form each piece into a round and roll out crust on lightly floured surface.
8
Carefully fit into two 10 inch tart pans.
9
Blind bake tart shells in preheated oven until golden brown; cool.
10
Place bacon in a large, deep skillet.
11
Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown.
12
Drain, crumble; set aside.
13
Saute onion in butter until translucent.
14
Divide ham, bacon and onion into two equal portions and sprinkle over the bottom of tart shells.
15
Whisk together cream and beaten eggs.
16
Add salt, pepper, nutmeg, basil and thyme; stir well.
17
Pour egg mixture over bacon mixture.
18
Sprinkle cream cheese cubes and grated Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses over the top of each filled tart.
19
Sprinkle green onions over cheese, followed by sliced almonds.
20
Bake in preheated 350 degrees oven for 45-55 minutes or until set.
21
Let cool slightly, cut and serve.

2070

kcal

Calories

142

Fat

114

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 24 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon white sugar, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 2 teaspoons salt, and more.

Yes, Country Manor Breakfast Tart falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Country Manor Breakfast Tart

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Variations & substitutions

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