Tarte au maroilles

Hailing from the natural regions of Thiérache and l'Avesnois, tarte au maroilles is a French tart that features cubes or slices of the renowned Maroilles cheese, a soft cow's milk cheese that is distinguished by a nutty and tangy flavor and a rather pungent smell. The tart is traditionally prepared with a base of shortcrust pastry or pâte brisée, while the filling usually consists of Maroilles cheese and a combination of crème fraîche, butter, eggs, salt, and pepper. Once assembled, the dish is typically baked until the cheese-based filling has turned gooey, golden brown, and bubbly. This savory tart is believed to have Flemish roots, and it is best enjoyed while still warm. Wedges of the cheese tart are usually accompanied by french fries, fresh salad, and a glass of beer or wine (red or white) on the side.