Tomato Basil Tart Recipe
Cook Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 6-8
Description:
This Tomato Basil Tart is definitely worth the time and effort! With its beautiful presentation, it can be cut into 6 or 8 wedges for a delightful breakfast or lunch, or sliced into smaller pieces for appetizers. This recipe, shared by Janet Neyrinck through Cooking Light magazine, is a delightful combination of flavors and textures, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Plum tomatoes |
| 8 | Basil leaves |
| 1 1/2 | Part-skim mozzarella cheese |
| 1 | Fat-free ricotta cheese |
| 3/4 | Fresh parmesan cheese |
| 2/3 | Black pepper |
| 1/2 | Olive oil |
| 1/4 | Salt |
| 2 | Egg whites |
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
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Unroll the dough, separating it into strips. On a flat surface, coil one strip of dough around itself in a spiral pattern. Add the second strip of dough to the end of the first strip, pinching the ends to seal. Continue coiling the remaining dough. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
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Roll the dough into a 12-inch circle. Fit it into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch round removable bottom tart pan coated with cooking spray.
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Cover the dough with foil and arrange pie weights or dried beans on top of the foil. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15 minutes, then remove the weights and foil. Bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned.
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Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
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Core and slice the tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick slices. Sprinkle the slices with salt and place them, salt-side down, on several layers of paper towel. Cover with additional paper towels and let them stand for 10 minutes, pressing down occasionally.
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Place basil, cheeses, black pepper, and egg whites in a blender or food processor. Process until smooth.
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Spread the cheese mixture over the crust. Arrange the tomato slices over the cheese mixture and brush with olive oil.
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Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40 minutes or until the cheese mixture is set.
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Let the tart stand for 10 minutes before serving. It can be served hot, at room temperature, or cold.
This Tomato Basil Tart is a delightful blend of flavors and textures, with the sweetness of ripe tomatoes, the freshness of basil, and the richness of cheeses, all nestled in a flaky, golden crust. Whether enjoyed as a breakfast treat, a light lunch, or an appetizer at your next gathering, this tart is sure to impress with its vibrant colors and delicious taste. So take the time to create something special and indulge in the delightful flavors of this Tomato Basil Tart! 🍅🌿
