SAVORY TART WITH POTATOES AND BACON, easy and quick with shortcrust pastry and raw potatoes, a perfect idea for dinner or as an appetizer, also great for a picnic.
The Savory Tart with Potatoes and Bacon is a delicious one-dish meal that combines the creaminess of the potatoes with the smoky taste of the bacon, an easy-to-make and irresistible dish.
The grated potatoes alternate with crispy bacon that gives a smoky and tasty touch. The combination of ingredients creates a harmony of flavors that blend during baking, delivering an explosion of taste in every bite.
This savory tart lends itself to many variations. Add cheeses such as pecorino or provola for an extra creamy touch, or enrich it with aromatic herbs like rosemary or thyme for a fragrant note. The versatility allows you to adapt the recipe to personal tastes.
The Savory Tart with Potatoes and Bacon is ideal for many occasions. Perfect as an appetizer at an informal dinner or as a main course accompanied by a fresh salad, its versatility makes it suitable to satisfy every culinary desire.
Once out of the oven, the savory tart can be decorated with rosemary sprigs or fresh herbs for an attractive presentation. Slice it into generous pieces and serve it warm to fully enjoy its goodness.
Join me in the kitchen today — here’s the Savory Tart with Potatoes and Bacon.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very inexpensive
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Cooking time: 25 Minutes
- Portions: 6-8
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 5.3 oz pancetta (bacon)
- 3.5 oz provola cheese
- 2 medium potatoes
- 1 pâte brisée (shortcrust pastry)
Steps
Line a 8.7–9.4-inch (22–24 cm) tart pan with the shortcrust pastry (pâte brisée).
Grate the potatoes using a coarse grater and fill the base.
Add the pancetta cut into cubes and the provola sliced, then fold the pastry over the filling to close.
Bake in a preheated oven at 356°F for about 20–25 minutes.
Enjoy!
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Savory tart with potatoes and bacon
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FAQ (Questions and Answers) Savory tart with potatoes and bacon
Can I use any type of potatoes for this recipe?
Yes, you can use different varieties of potatoes. Yellow-fleshed or red potatoes are particularly suitable for achieving a creamy texture. Experiment with the varieties you have available.
Which cheeses pair well with this savory tart?
Cheeses such as pecorino, provola, or cream cheese are excellent choices to enrich the tart with creaminess and flavor. Feel free to experiment with different combinations of cheeses.
Can the bacon be replaced with a vegetarian alternative?
Certainly! If you prefer a vegetarian version, you can replace the bacon with ingredients like mushrooms, grilled zucchini, or bell peppers. Keep the variety and creativity in your preparation.

