Tomato Tart Recipe 🍅🥧
Description:
This Tomato Tart is a delightful dish that celebrates the freshness of garden tomatoes. It’s a simple yet utterly satisfying recipe that can be enjoyed at any time of the day, whether as a savory breakfast, a light lunch, a snack, or even a part of a cozy supper. The tartness of the tomatoes, the creaminess of the cheese, and the flakiness of the crust come together to create a symphony of flavors perfect for any occasion. With its mild yet flavorful taste, this tart is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Recipe Information:
- Category: Savory Pies
- Keywords: Breakfast, Lunch/Snacks, Cheese, Vegetable, Summer, Savory, Weeknight, Brunch, Oven, Small Appliance, < 4 Hours, Inexpensive
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 1 10-inch tart
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 2 cups | All-purpose flour |
| 1 cup | Butter |
| 1 | Egg |
| 1 cup | Heavy cream |
| 1 tablespoon | Lemon juice |
| 1/4 cup | Sugar |
| 1 teaspoon | Salt |
| 1 | Garlic clove |
| 2 cups | Fontina cheese, grated |
| 1 1/2 lbs | Tomatoes, sliced |
| – | Coarse salt |
| – | Freshly ground black pepper |
| – | Olive oil |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the garlic clove on a piece of foil, drizzle it with olive oil, and wrap it tightly. Bake for about 45 minutes until the garlic is soft and fragrant. Once done, remove it from the oven and increase the temperature to 450°F (230°C). Allow the garlic to cool slightly, then squeeze out the flesh from the skins and mash it. Set aside for later use.
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Prepare Tart Crust: In a food processor, combine the all-purpose flour, butter, egg, heavy cream, lemon juice, sugar, and salt. Pulse the ingredients until a dough ball starts to form. Alternatively, if making by hand, thoroughly cut the chilled butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs. Add in the remaining ingredients and mix until well combined. Chill the dough if needed.
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Roll Out Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a circle about 1/8 inch thick. Carefully lift the dough using a rolling pin and transfer it to a 10-inch tart pan. Press the dough into the corners of the pan, and use the rolling pin to trim off any excess dough from the edges. Refrigerate the crust for about 30 minutes to firm it up.
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Prepare Toppings: Once the crust has chilled, spread the roasted garlic evenly over the surface. Sprinkle half of the grated Fontina cheese over the garlic. Arrange the tomato slices in an overlapping circular pattern on top of the cheese. Season the tomatoes with a pinch of coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper. Sprinkle the remaining Fontina cheese over the tomatoes, and drizzle the entire tart with a bit of olive oil.
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Bake the Tart: Place the assembled tart in the preheated oven, and immediately reduce the temperature to 400°F (200°C). Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the tomatoes are soft but still hold their shape.
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Serve: Once baked, remove the tart from the oven and allow it to cool for about 20 minutes. This Tomato Tart is best served warm, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully. Cut into slices and enjoy!
This Tomato Tart is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed year-round, but it’s especially perfect during the summer months when tomatoes are at their peak freshness. Whether you serve it as a light meal with a side salad or as an appetizer at your next gathering, it’s sure to impress with its simple yet delicious flavors. Enjoy! 🍽️🌞
