Warm Pate Tart

Prepare pie shell and refrigerate until ready to use. If using ready made, frozen shell, prick sides and bottom with a fork before baking
In medium bowl, combine pate, onion, garlic, brandy and 1/4 tsp nutmeg and mix well
Spread evenly over bottom of pie shell
In medium bowl, beat eggs, cream, salt, dash nutmeg, and cayenne until well mixed
Stir cheeses into egg mixture
Pour egg-cheese mixture over pate
Bake at 375 degrees for 40 - 45 minutes or until top is golden and firm when lightly presses with finger
Let cool in pan on rack about 30 minutes.
Serve warm, cutting into wedges

From the Victorian Christmas Dinner of

the Manassas Gourmet Club.

Makes 6 - 8 appetizer size servings