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Nutritional Values
350kcal
7gProtein
38gCarbs
18gFat
1gFibre
125 gServing
* Per serving · 125 g. May vary.
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🌾 Gluten
🥛 Dairy
🥚 Eggs
Yorkshire Curd Tart
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Yorkshire Curd Tart — [YORK-shur kurd tart]
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I'd like a Yorkshire Curd Tart, please.
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A pastry tart filled with currants and sweetened curds.
Why try it?
This dessert represents the resourcefulness of Yorkshire cooks, using leftover whey to create a delicacy. It's a must-try for its rich history and its lasting place in regional family recipes.
How it tastes
The tart has a delicate pastry crust with a dense texture from the curds, balanced with the sweetness of currants and spices. It's an aromatic treat that pairs well with a cup of tea.
Origin & History — first documented: 1600
Originating in the 17th century, the curd tart was a way to make use of leftover curds from cheese-making. The recipe has remained a cherished tradition, especially in the Yorkshire Dales.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 200 g plain flour
- 🥛 100 g butter
- 🥛 200 g curd cheese
- 🍯 100 g caster sugar
- 50 g currants
- 🥚 1 egg
- 🧂 0.5 tsp nutmeg
Method
- 1 Preheat oven to 180°C and prepare pastry case.
- 2 Mix curd cheese, sugar, currants, and nutmeg.
- 3 Fill pastry case with mixture, smooth top.
- 4 Bake for 30 minutes or until set and golden.
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