Indulge your taste buds with a culinary masterpiece that harmonizes fresh garden tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and a symphony of cheeses in a crispy, golden-brown crust. This tantalizing Tomato, Herb, and Cheese Tart is an explosion of flavors and textures that will leave you craving for more. From the juicy sweetness of ripe tomatoes to the earthy notes of aromatic herbs, every bite is a journey through a garden of delights. The delectable combination of creamy cheeses adds a richness and depth that makes this tart truly irresistible. Impress your family and friends with this delightful dish, perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner. Let's embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the tantalizing recipes within this article, promising a feast for both your eyes and palate.
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CHEESE, HERB & TOMATO TART
I made this to take to a dinner party. Not only is it easy, it is super yummy and beautiful! Using a tart pan with removable sides make for a nicer presentation. Combing the two cheeses works best, but you can use one or the other. Don't be tempted to add more cheese than suggested, it will be too thick with cheese and changes the outcome, IMO.
Provided by Chicagoland Chef du
Categories Cheese
Time 50m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°.
- Roll crust to fit a tart pan with removable bottom or in a pinch, use a pie plate.
- Brush bottom & sides of crust with mustard.
- Sprinkle with cheese, top with herbs, overlap tomatoes, sprinkle tomato slices with salt and pepper, drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake until pastry is golden, about 30-35 minutes.
- Lest rest for 10 minutes before serving. Cut into wedges.
- Notes:.
- •Pillsbury rolled crust works beautifully.
- •any spicy stone ground mustard will work.
- •I cut the tops off the tomatoes and used a melon baller to scoop out the seeds.
- •I used both cheeses.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.4, Fat 19, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 29.2, Sodium 325.9, Carbohydrate 12.8, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 1.4, Protein 9.3
TOMATO AND GOAT CHEESE TARTS
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories appetizer
Time 55m
Yield 4 individual tarts
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Unfold a sheet of puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and roll it lightly to an 11 by 11-inch square. Using a 6-inch wide saucer or other round object as a guide, cut 2 circles from the sheet of puff pastry, discarding the scraps. Repeat with the second pastry sheet to make 4 circles in all. Place the pastry circles on 2 sheet pans lined with parchment paper and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium to low heat and add the onions and garlic. Saute for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onions are limp and there is almost no moisture remaining in the skillet. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, the wine, and thyme and continue to cook for another 10 minutes, until the onions are lightly browned. Remove from the heat.
- Using a sharp paring knife, score a 1/4-inch-wide border around each pastry circle. Prick the pastry inside the score lines with the tines of a fork and sprinkle a tablespoon of grated Parmesan on each round, staying inside the scored border.
- Place 1/4 of the onion mixture on each circle, again staying within the scored edge. Crumble 1 ounce of goat cheese on top of the onions. Place a slice of tomato in the center of each tart. Brush the tomato lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with basil, salt, and pepper. Finally, scatter 4 or 5 shards of Parmesan on each tart.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the pastry is golden brown. The bottom sheet pan may need an extra few minutes in the oven. Serve hot or warm.
CHEF JOHN'S TOMATO TART
One of these days Michele and I will travel to the south of France, where we'll eat this amazing tomato tart at least once a day. It's going to be hot, since we'll have to go in the middle of summer to enjoy best possible tomatoes, but that's fine, as long as there's chilled rosé. One layer of tomato is plenty, since more than that will make for an overly wet tart, which means your pastry will not stay crispy.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Pastries
Time 1h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Place 2 pieces of puff pastry onto a silicone-lined baking sheet. Press the short seam of 1 piece onto the other to form the rectangular base of the tart. Cut seams off the other 2 pieces of puff pastry and press them into the edges of the base to act as the border.
- Freeze dough until firm, about 10 minutes.
- Score border with a knife, making shallow cuts 1/4-inch apart. Press the bottom of a fork onto the seam in the middle and poke holes all over the base.
- Bake tart shell until lightly golden and partially puffed, about 10 minutes. Press down on the base using the bottom of a fork. Avoid pressing border. Let cool for 10 minutes.
- Spread mustard over the inside of the tart. Arrange tomato slices into a single layer on top and cut a few slices in half to fill in the gaps. Season with salt and pepper. Generously sprinkle herbes de Provence on top. Add Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and drizzle most of the olive oil on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven until pastry is well browned and crispy, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool to room temperature on the baking sheet or transfer to a wire rack using 2 spatulas. Drizzle remaining olive oil over the tart and sprinkle fresh oregano, parsley, and thyme on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.6 calories, Carbohydrate 31.1 g, Cholesterol 1.1 mg, Fat 30.2 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 444.8 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
Tips for Making the Perfect Tomato, Herb and Cheese Tart:
- Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes. This is key to a delicious tart. Look for tomatoes that are deep red and free of blemishes.
- Roast the tomatoes before using them. Roasting intensifies their flavor and sweetness. You can roast them in the oven or on a grill.
- Use a variety of herbs. This will give your tart a complex flavor. Some good options include basil, thyme, oregano, and rosemary.
- Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the dough tough. Mix it just until the ingredients are combined.
- Use a tart pan with removable bottom. This will make it easy to remove the tart from the pan after it's baked.
- Blind-bake the tart crust before filling it. This will help to prevent the crust from becoming soggy.
- Use a variety of cheeses. This will give your tart a rich, flavorful filling. Some good options include mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan.
- Bake the tart until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Conclusion:
This tomato, herb and cheese tart is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner, or as an appetizer. The combination of roasted tomatoes, fresh herbs, and melted cheese is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe, give this tart a try. You won't be disappointed!
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