Description
This Pumpkin Sage and Mushroom Tart is the ultimate cozy fall recipe — a golden puff pastry crust filled with creamy pumpkin, earthy mushrooms, and aromatic sage. It’s elegant enough for entertaining yet simple enough for a weeknight dinner. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a comforting dish that celebrates the best of autumn flavors.
Ingredients
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1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
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2 cups pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
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1 cup cremini mushrooms, sliced
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried sage)
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1 teaspoon thyme leaves
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1 cup ricotta cheese
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1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 large eggs
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Pumpkin seeds, for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Prepare Puff Pastry: Roll out puff pastry to fit your tart pan. Press it gently into the corners, trim the edges, and prick the bottom with a fork. Set aside.
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Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cooking until translucent. Stir in mushrooms and cook until tender and browned (5–7 minutes). Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and sage. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
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Mix Filling: In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, ricotta, half the Parmesan, and eggs. Season lightly with salt and pepper, then fold in the sautéed mushrooms.
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Assemble Tart: Pour filling into the prepared pastry shell, spreading evenly. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan.
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Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 30–35 minutes, until golden and set.
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Cool & Garnish: Let rest for 10 minutes. Top with pumpkin seeds and a few fresh sage leaves before serving.
Notes
Substitute goat cheese or cream cheese for ricotta if desired.
Add a pinch of nutmeg or smoked paprika for extra depth.
This tart tastes just as good the next day — perfect for meal prep or entertaining.
Serve with a light salad or roasted vegetables for a complete fall-inspired meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Brunch, Vegetarian
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 312 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 390 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg