Gluten-Free JOC Appetizer - Caramelized Onion and Gruyere Tartlets

Ingredients:

1 sheet gluten-free puff pastry (store-bought or homemade)
2 large gluten-free onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons gluten-free olive oil
1 cup grated gluten-free Gruyere cheese
1 teaspoon gluten-free dried thyme
Salt and gluten-free black pepper to taste
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Fresh thyme leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to the temperature recommended on the gluten-free puff pastry package (usually around 400°F or 200°C). If using homemade gluten-free puff pastry, follow the recommended temperature.

In a large skillet, heat the gluten-free olive oil over medium-low heat. Add the thinly sliced gluten-free onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 20-25 minutes or until they become caramelized and golden brown. Season with salt, gluten-free black pepper, and dried thyme. Remove from heat and allow them to cool slightly.

Roll out the gluten-free puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface and cut it into small squares or rounds, depending on your preference.

Place the pastry squares or rounds on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Spread the caramelized gluten-free onions evenly over each pastry square or round, leaving a small border around the edges.

Sprinkle the grated gluten-free Gruyere cheese over the caramelized onions.

Brush the outer edge of each tartlet with the beaten egg.

Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-18 minutes or until the tartlets are puffed and golden brown.

If desired, garnish with fresh thyme leaves.

Serve the Caramelized Onion and Gruyere Tartlets as a delectable gluten-free appetizer.

Enjoy these gluten-free Caramelized Onion and Gruyere Tartlets as a savory and elegant appetizer!