‘Campagnarde’ in French literally translates to ‘countryside’, so in creating this simple and delicious tarte dish I incorporated rustic French countryside flavors, and that is really what La Mangeoire is all about. When we recently revamped the interior and the menu at the restaurant it was to reflect our passion which is not any particular type of French cuisine, but instead ‘French Country Cooking’ which encompasses all of the delicious flavors and recipes that myself and owner Gerard Donato have experienced through years of travel and eating. This particular tarte, the Tarte Campagnarde, utilizes cremini mushrooms, red tomatoes, nutmeg, Ricotta and Swiss cheese to create an earthy, homey dish.
Christian Delouvrier’s Tarte Campagnarde
- Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
Description
This Tarte Campagnarde combines cremini mushrooms, red tomatoes, and a blend of Ricotta and Swiss cheese for a rustic French countryside flavor.
Ingredients
BASIC TART SHELL
- 2 cups (12 oz or 473.2g) all purpose flour sifted, plus additional flour for rolling (about 1 tsp)
- 2 sticks (8 oz or 113.5g) chilled unsalted butter cut in 1/4 inches pieces
- 1/4 cup (2 fl oz or 59 ml) ice water
- Canola oil
BATTER
- 2 cups (16 fluid oz or 1 pint) milk
- 2 cups (16 fluid oz or 1 pint) heavy cream
- 6 large eggs
- 1 yolk
- 1 tbsp (14.79 g) salt
- pinch of nutmeg
FILLING
- 2 lb (32 oz or 907g) cremini mushrooms
- 3 medium size red tomatoes, about 1/8 inches sliced
- 1 table spoon (14.79 g) of fresh thyme, chopped
- 6 oz (170.1g) Swiss cheese, grated
- 4 oz (125g) Parmesan, grated
- 6 oz (170.1g) Ricotta, spooned
- 3 tbsp (44.36 ml) Canola oil
Instructions
For the Dough
- Place 1 cup of sifted flour and salt in the bowl of a heavy–duty mixer fitted with the paddle attachment.
- Turn the mixer to low speed add the butter a small amount at the time. When all butter had been added increase the speed to medium and mix until the butter is completely blended with the flour.
- Reduce the speed add the remaining flour and mix just to combine.
- Add water and mix until incorporated. Dough will come around paddle and should feel smooth. Make sure no pieces of butter still remain.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Lightly brush the inside of 9 inch round mold 2 inches high with canola oil and place it on a parchment–lined baking sheet
- Place dough on a floured work surface and roll it to 1/16 inch thick and about 14 inches in diameter
- Lift the dough into the mold
- Place in the refrigerator for at least 20 mins to re-solidify the butter
- Put a rack set in the middle of oven and pre heat oven to 375 f
- Line the tart shell with a 16 inch round parchment. Fill the tart with dried beans gently guiding the beans into the corners of the shell and fill the shell completely for weight.
- Bake the shell for 30 to 40 mins
- Remove beans and parchment and let cool
For the Batter
- Combine milk and heavy cream in a large saucepan and bring to a boil.
- Remove the skin on the surface and let cool for 15 mns
- In a mixing bowl combine the eggs and the egg yolk and whisk in the milk and the heavy cream mixture
- Add the pinch of nutmeg and the salt
For the Filling
- Wash the mushrooms and pat dry
- Sauté the mushrooms in the 3 tbsp of Canola oil until slightly tender, drain and reserve, disregard the liquid.
- Slice tomatoes and reserve
- Chop the thyme and reserve
Assembling and Cooking the Tart
- In the precooked tart place the chopped thyme then the cremini mushrooms making sure they are spread out evenly.
- Pour the batter to 3/4 high or to the level of mushrooms
- Add the Swiss cheese and the Parmesan
- Pour the rest of the liquid over the filling
- Place the TART in oven middle shelf 375 F and cook for 35 mins
- Let cool at room temperature for 20 mins
Notes
- For a more intense flavor, consider adding fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary.
- The tart can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in a low oven before serving.
- If Swiss cheese is unavailable, Gruyère can be used as a substitute.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 22
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 60
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the tart shell need to be blind-baked before adding the filling?
The recipe calls for lining the tart shell with parchment and filling it with dried beans as weights, then baking at 375°F for 30–40 minutes before adding any filling. This pre-bake (blind baking) sets the pastry so it does not turn soggy from the custard batter poured on top of the mushroom filling. 
Why does the dough need to be refrigerated twice — once before rolling and once after?
The first chill (at least 1 hour after mixing) allows the butter to firm back up and the gluten to relax, making the dough easier to roll. The second chill (at least 20 minutes after pressing the dough into the mold) re-solidifies the butter so the shell holds its shape and doesn’t shrink when it hits the hot oven.
Can I substitute Gruyère for the Swiss cheese?
Yes — the notes explicitly list Gruyère as a substitute if Swiss cheese is unavailable. Gruyère has a similar meltability and a nuttier, slightly more pronounced flavor that works well alongside the Parmesan and Ricotta already in the filling.
la moungetta semble délicieuse, Christian !
je la sers aussi dans mon restaurant pour me rappeler Toulouse ! Aldo
One tablespoon of salt in the batter? Seems like too much. And why the extra yolk after 6 eggs ? It seems superfluous.
Have you made it?
That much salt for four cups of dairy and six eggs doesnt seem like too much to me, especially for something to be served at room temperature.
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Thanks Chef, that looks delicious!
This restaurant looks fantastic. I love it!