Gratin Sandwich Tart

Gratin Sandwich Tart is a delightful blend of creamy, cheesy filling nestled between layers of soaked bread, baked to golden perfection, perfect for cozy dinners or casual gatherings.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Comfort Food, French

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1 loaf bread (about 400-500 g / 14-18 oz, homemade, half-wheat, country, or slightly stale) Use stale bread for better absorption of the custard.
3 large eggs
130 ml whipping cream ½ cup + 1 tbsp / 4.4 fl oz
to taste Garlic powder Optionally use 1 small clove fresh garlic, grated.
to taste Dried parsley Or use fresh parsley, chopped.
150-200 g grated cheese (e.g., Cheddar, mozzarella, Emmental, Comté, or similar)
4 slices cooked chicken (about 150 g / 5.3 oz), cut into small pieces

Method

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a 20 cm (8 inch) diameter baking dish with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk together the whipping cream, eggs, garlic powder (or grated fresh garlic), and dried parsley (or chopped fresh) until smooth.
Slice the bread into medium-thick pieces, around 1.5 cm (½ inch).
Dip each slice of bread fully in the custard mixture, making sure it’s soaked but not falling apart. Layer the soaked bread pieces in the bottom of the dish, pressing them down gently.
Sprinkle a generous amount of grated cheese over the bread and scatter half of the chicken pieces on top. Repeat the process with another layer of soaked bread, cheese, and the rest of the chicken.
Pour any remaining custard mixture over the top layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Allow the tart to rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

For serving, this dish pairs beautifully with a crisp salad or warming vegetable soup. Garnish with fresh parsley or extra grated cheese for an appealing presentation.