Sukkot is one of Judaism’s most unusual festivals. Jews – some of the most house-proud people – abandon their beautiful homes and move into temporary huts in their gardens. The everyday warmth and comfort of carefully chosen furnishings and gleaming appliances are left behind in favor of wooden walls, plastic tables, and paper tableware. Even the most beautiful sukkah is still just a sukkah: an outdoor hut left wide open to the elements.
That’s why the festive menu you serve your family needs careful forward planning. You need food that is both celebratory and satisfying; wonderful and warming. You’re looking for dishes which are special enough for your festive table, while being sure that they will warm and nourish your holiday guests.
Check out this delicious, festive Sukkot recipe: a tasty tart which could be served as a hearty appetizer or a flavorful, filling main dish alongside some salad or cheeses.
We recommend buying locally grown, seasonal produce wherever possible: your local market or farm shop will have fresher, more delicious natural produce available than the supermarket – and often at better prices, too!
Ingredients:
-1 medium butternut squash, peeled, de-seeded and cut into small cubes
-2 tablespoons olive oil
-2 red onions, thinly sliced
-200g goat cheese (or other soft cheese such as brie), broken up
-1 tablespoon butter
-1 roll all-butter puff pastry (or non-dairy equivalent)
-Salt and pepper to taste
-300ml single cream
-2 eggs
-Fresh thyme leaves (optional)
Method:
1) Heat oven to 200°C. Place squash in baking tray, coat with olive oil and season to taste. Roast until golden brown and cooked through – approx. 20 minutes.
2) Meanwhile, melt butter in frying pan. Caramelize onion slices until softened and lightly browned. Season with a little salt and pepper to taste.
3) Line a deep pie dish with puff pastry. Fill with roasted squash and caramelized onions, and spread cheese pieces around.
4) Beat cream, eggs, seasoning and thyme (if using) together. Pour over prepared filling and bake at 210°C until custard is set, approx. 40 minutes.
This tart can be served hot or at room temperature, and can be made in individual portions for ease of serving. It’s rich and tasty, and your guests are sure to love it!
Wishing you and your family a chag sameach, a happy festival from everyone at Judaica WebStore!
Check out our line of special Sukkot gifts here, as well as delicious gift baskets and foods from the Land of Israel!
