Caramelised Onion, Goat Cheese & Thyme Tarts

Ingredients

• 2 ounces butter
• 2 red onions, thinly sliced
• 2 teaspoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic granules
• 2 sheets ready rolled phyllo pastry
• 12 ounces goat cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

1. 1

   Pre-heat the oven to 435°F

2. 2

   Melt half the butter in a saucepan over a medium heat.

3. 3

   Add the onions and cook for 25-30 minutes until soft and golden. Stir in the sugar, balsamic vinegar, Thyme and Garlic Granules. Leave to cool.

4. 4

   Melt the remaining butter. Unroll the pastry sheets and cut each one into four. In a patty tin, layer two quarters on top of each other, brushing lightly with butter between the sheets and on top.

5. 5

   Spoon 1/4 of the onions into the centre and set aside.

6. 6

   Repeat with the remaining pastry and onions to make 4 tarts. Place a slice of cheese on top of the onions on each tart. Lightly brush the edges of the pastry with butter.

7. 7

   Chill for 30 minutes. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the pastry is golden and the cheese is melting. Serve with a few salad leaves.