Middle Eastern Pistachio Orange Blossom Mascarpone Tart

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. 2

   Lightly grease a tart pan and carefully lay the phyllo pastry sheet into the pan, gently pressing it into the edges. Trim any excess pastry.

3. 3

   In a mixing bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese, orange blossom water, honey, ground cardamom, and egg. Mix until smooth and creamy.

4. 4

   Pour the mascarpone mixture over the phyllo pastry and spread evenly.

5. 5

   Roughly chop the pistachios and sprinkle them evenly over the mascarpone filling.

6. 6

   Bake the tart in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and the phyllo is golden brown.

7. 7

   Remove from the oven and allow to cool to room temperature before slicing.

8. 8

   Optionally, drizzle with a little extra honey and garnish with additional chopped pistachios before serving.