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Vegetarian, Northern, Eastern and Western France

Maroilles cheese tart with green salad

Maroilles cheese tart, also called goyère, is a savory tart from northern France for 4 people, ready in 45 minutes, rated easy, for about €2.80 per person. The key to success is choosing a ripe maroilles, which melts into a smooth, creamy layer instead of clumping, and baking until the top is nicely golden.

Tonight it's goyère from northern France, a maroilles tart that turns wonderfully melty, with a green salad to balance it out.

Maroilles cheese tart with green salad
Total time
45 min
Difficulty
Easy
Cost per person
€2.80
Calories per person
620 kcalcalculated by Kiloach, your weight coach
Season
Fall, Winter
The kids
They generally like it

Maroilles has a strong smell straight out of the fridge, but it mellows completely once baked. Melted with cream and eggs, it turns into a soft, almost runny filling with a salty, deep flavor that gives the tart its whole personality. The orange rind softens in the oven and flavors the crust without ever becoming overpowering.

This is a weeknight tart that makes a nice change from the usual quiche or gratin, and it also works well on a fall Sunday for curious guests. Kids who already like melted cheese tend to take to it easily, especially if you peel off the rind before slicing the maroilles. The green salad brings just enough freshness to balance a rich filling.

The ingredients

4 people

Dairy

  • Shortcrust or brioche pastry 1
  • Maroilles cheese 300 g
  • Heavy cream 20 cl
  • Eggs 2

Pantry

  • Pepperoften in the pantry 1 pinch
  • Mustardoften in the pantry 1 tsp
  • Wine vinegaroften in the pantry 1 tbsp
  • Olive oiloften in the pantry 2 tbsp

Fruits and vegetables

  • Green salad 1

Allergens Gluten, Lactose, Eggs

The step by step recipe

  1. Roll out the pastry in a tart pan and prick the bottom with a fork.

    Keep the parchment paper underneath for an easy release later.

  2. Cut the maroilles into thin slices and spread them over the crust.

    A well ripened maroilles melts better than a younger cheese.

  3. Beat the eggs with the cream and pepper, then pour over the cheese.

    Don't add salt, the maroilles is already quite salty.

  4. Bake at 190°C for 30 minutes. 30 min

    The tart should be nicely golden and slightly puffed.

  5. Make the vinaigrette with the mustard, vinegar and oil, and dress the salad right before serving.

    Serve the tart warm, it's more flavorful that way.

Our tips to get it right

  • Let the maroilles sit at room temperature for an hour before slicing it, it cuts more easily and melts more evenly.
  • If your crust releases water while baking, blind bake it alone for 10 minutes before adding the filling.
  • Set the tart pan on a low oven rack so the bottom of the crust cooks as well as the top.

The variations

  • Swap the maroilles for reblochon or epoisses for a milder tart, the method stays the same.
  • Add smoked bacon bits on the crust before the cheese for a heartier, non vegetarian version.
  • For kids, mix the maroilles with a bit of grated Swiss cheese, the smell and taste turn milder.

What to serve it with

  • Green salad with vinaigrette, already part of the recipe
  • A glass of dry cider
  • A light soup to start

Storage

The tart keeps for 2 days in the fridge in a sealed container, the smell of maroilles can spread to other foods if left uncovered. It doesn't freeze well because the cream and eggs change texture once thawed. Reheat it in the oven rather than the microwave to keep the crust crisp.

Questions about this dish

Can you use a different cheese instead of maroilles?

Yes, reblochon or epoisses give just as melty a tart with a less pungent smell. The flavor will be milder but the texture stays close.

Should you remove the rind of the maroilles?

It's not required, the rind melts too and flavors the tart. Peel it off if you prefer a milder smell, as suggested in the recipe's tip.

Can you prepare this tart ahead of time?

You can roll out the crust and slice the cheese a few hours ahead, then assemble and bake right before serving. A tart that's already baked reheats well the next day.

How do you know if the maroilles is ripe enough?

A ripe maroilles feels soft to the touch and already has a strong smell through its packaging. The younger it is, the less creamy it will melt in the tart.

How long does it take to make a maroilles cheese tart with a green salad?

Count 45 min in total, prep and cooking included. The recipe is rated “easy”.

How many calories are in a maroilles cheese tart with a green salad?

About 620 kcal per serving, for a recipe meant for 4 people. Calories are calculated by Kiloach, your weight coach, the app that partners with Mon Chou.

How much does a maroilles cheese tart with a green salad cost?

About €2.80 per serving, or €11.20 for 4 people, based on average supermarket prices.

What allergens does this recipe contain?

This recipe contains gluten, lactose, eggs. Always check the labels of the products you buy.

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