Butternut Squash, Sage and Goat's Cheese Tart
Sweet roast butternut squash, crisp sage and tangy goat's cheese in a creamy custard set in a golden shortcrust case.
Made with Shortcrust pastry. Make a batch of the base first, then this takes minutes. Skip to the method
- Time1 hr 30
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.00 a head
- Oven200°C (180°C fan)
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan). Toss the squash and onion with 1 tablespoon of the oil and a pinch of salt on a tray. Roast for 25 minutes, adding the sage leaves for the last 5 minutes, until the squash is tender and golden.
25 min - 2
Meanwhile, roll out your ready made shortcrust pastry (see the base recipe) and line a 25 cm loose bottomed tart tin. Chill for 20 minutes, then blind bake with paper and beans for 15 minutes. Remove them and bake for 5 minutes more. Lower the oven to 180°C (160°C fan).
20 min - 3
Whisk the eggs, cream, milk and mustard together with a good grind of pepper.
- 4
Arrange the roasted squash, onion and most of the sage in the case and dot with the goat's cheese.
- 5
Pour in the custard and bake for 30 to 35 minutes until just set and golden. Top with the remaining sage and rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
33 min 20 s
Tips
- Roast the squash until it is caramelised at the edges for the best sweetness.
- Check the label and choose a goat's cheese made with vegetarian rennet if serving vegetarians.
- Add a handful of toasted pumpkin seeds on top for crunch.
Storing and freezing
Cool within 2 hours and keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. Serve cold or reheat slices at 160C (fan 140C) for 12 minutes until hot through. Not suitable for freezing.
Questions
Can I use pumpkin?
Yes. Use the same weight of peeled pumpkin or Crown Prince squash, roasted until tender.
Can I use a different cheese?
Yes. Feta, blue cheese or ricotta all work. Blue cheese adds a stronger flavour.
Can I make it ahead?
Yes. Roast the squash and blind bake the case a day ahead and keep in the fridge, then assemble and bake on the day.
More made with shortcrust pastry
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.
