Picadillo Tarts Recipe

Name: Picadillo Tarts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb. ground chuck beef; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1/3 c. slivered almonds, toasted and chopped; 1/3 c. currants; 1/4 c. tomato sauce; 1 tsp. brown sugar; 1/4 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. pepper; 1/4 tsp. ground allspice; 10 sheets frozen phyllo pastry, thawed; 1/2 c. butter, melted; fresh parsley to garnish

Servings: persons

1/2 lb. ground chuck beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1/3 c. slivered almonds, toasted and chopped
1/3 c. currants
1/4 c. tomato sauce
1 tsp. brown sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. ground allspice
10 sheets frozen phyllo pastry, thawed
1/2 c. butter, melted
fresh parsley to garnish

1
Cook ground chuck beef and onion in a skillet until meat is browned; drain well.
2
Stir in almonds and the next 6 ingredients. Place 1 sheet of phyllo on a damp towel (keep remaining phyllo covered).
3
Lightly brush phyllo with melted butter.
4
Top with another sheet and brush again with melted butter.
5
Fold in half, placing long edges together to make a 17 x 6-inch rectangle.
6
Cut into 10 equal portions using a sharp knife.
7
Repeat procedure with remaining phyllo.
8
Press each portion of phyllo into a lightly greased miniature muffin cup, forming a shell.
9
Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the beef mixture into each shell.
10
Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate until ready to bake.
11
Remove plastic wrap.
12
Bake at 400u00b0 for 8 minutes, or until golden brown.
13
Gently remove from pan; serve warm or at room temperature.
14
Garnish with chopped parsley.

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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.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb. ground chuck beef, 1 medium onion, chopped, 1/3 c. slivered almonds, toasted and chopped, 1/3 c. currants, and more.

Yes, Picadillo Tarts falls under the Baking & Desserts 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Picadillo Tarts

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