Alsatian Tart Flambe’
This delightful Alsatian-inspired snack transforms humble ingredients into a warm, comforting bite. Featuring a soft wheat tortilla base, it is generously topped with sharp grated Swiss cheese, sweet minced onions, and salty, crispy bacon bits. The dish is finished under the broiler until the cheese bubbles and browns, creating a perfect contrast of textures. The name "Flambe’" humorously suggests it should be eaten while still hot enough to singe your lips. Ideal for a quick lunch, an appetizer for game day, or a simple weeknight supper, this open-faced tart offers rich, savory flavors in every bite. It pairs wonderfully with a light salad or a cold beer.
Description
This delightful Alsatian-inspired snack transforms humble ingredients into a warm, comforting bite. Featuring a soft wheat tortilla base, it is generously topped with sharp grated Swiss cheese, sweet minced onions, and salty, crispy bacon bits. The dish is finished under the broiler until the cheese bubbles and browns, creating a perfect contrast of textures. The name "Flambe’" humorously suggests it should be eaten while still hot enough to singe your lips. Ideal for a quick lunch, an appetizer for game day, or a simple weeknight supper, this open-faced tart offers rich, savory flavors in every bite. It pairs wonderfully with a light salad or a cold beer.
Ingredients
- 1 Wheat Tortilla
- 1/4 cup Swiss Cheese, grated fine
- 2 Tablespoons minced onion
- 1 Tablespoon cooked bacon bits (or 2 Tablespoons minced ham)
Directions
- 1 Preheat your oven broiler to high.
- 2
Place the wheat tortilla on a baking sheet or broiler pan.- 3
Evenly distribute the minced onions and bacon bits (or minced ham) over the surface of the tortilla.- 4
Sprinkle the grated Swiss cheese generously over the toppings, ensuring full coverage.- 5
Place the baking sheet under the preheated broiler.- 6
Broil for 2-4 minutes, watching closely, until the cheese is fully melted, bubbly, and lightly browned.- 7
Remove from the oven and serve immediately while hot and crispy.NoteThe "flambe’" in the title refers to the tradition of eating the dish while it is still piping hot, literally "licked by the flames."
For a richer flavor, you can add a thin layer of mustard to the tortilla before adding the toppings.
If you prefer a crunchier base, toast the tortilla lightly before adding the toppings.
You can substitute the wheat tortilla with a slice of baguette or English muffin for a different texture.
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