Regency-Style Savory Tart – Mushroom & Herb

Savory tarts were a staple in Regency kitchens, often served at luncheons or supper parties. This version features mushrooms and herbs, echoing the rustic flavors Jane Austen might have enjoyed in the countryside.

Please read through the recipe fully before you get started.

Ingredients:

• 1 sheet shortcrust pastry (homemade or store-bought)
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp thyme
• ½ cup cream
• 2 eggs
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a tart pan with pastry and prick the base with a fork.
2. In a skillet, melt butter and sauté onion until soft. Add mushrooms and cook until golden.
3. Stir in herbs, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat.
4. In a bowl, whisk eggs and cream. Combine with mushroom mixture.
5. Pour filling into pastry shell or baking sheet and form into a  and bake for 30–35 minutes until set and lightly browned.
6. Cool slightly before serving. Garnish with extra parsley.

🫖 Pair with a crisp cucumber salad and a glass of elderflower cordial for a complete Regency luncheon.