Spianatine with Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes, Cheese, and Arugula
Category: Appetizers
Servings: 12
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Spianatine (Italian flatbreads) | 12 pieces |
| Cherry tomatoes (preferably small) | 12 tomatoes |
| Arugula | 20g |
| Extra virgin olive oil | 25g |
| Grana Padano DOP (aged cheese) | 10g |
| Pine nuts | 10g |
| Fresh goat cheese (Caprino) | 60g |
| Fresh goat cheese (Caprino) | 100g |
| Chives | 5g |
| Fine salt | To taste |
| Freshly ground black pepper | To taste |
| Green olives (pitted) | 15g |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Arugula Cream: Start by washing the arugula thoroughly. Place the arugula in a food processor along with pine nuts, Grana Padano, and 60g of goat cheese. Blend until you achieve a smooth, well-mixed cream. Set this mixture aside.
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Prepare the Cheese Cream: Finely chop the green olives. Add the chopped olives, along with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper, into the remaining 100g of goat cheese. Mix thoroughly until smooth and creamy, using a spoon to help incorporate the ingredients. Set this cream aside as well.
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Prepare the Tomatoes: Carefully detach the cherry tomatoes from the vine and give them a good rinse. Cut off the top part (the stem end) of each tomato, keeping the tops aside as you’ll use them for decoration later. Use a small melon baller or spoon to scoop out the inside of the tomatoes, removing the seeds and pulp.
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Assemble the Dish: Fill two separate piping bags with the arugula cream and cheese cream. Gently pipe the arugula cream into the hollowed-out tomatoes, followed by the cheese cream on top. The layers will provide a delightful contrast in flavor and texture.
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Top and Garnish: Place one stuffed cherry tomato onto each spianatina. Cover the top of each tomato with the piece you previously cut off to create a cute, decorative finish. Garnish each spianatina with fresh chives to add a burst of color and flavor.
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Serving: Arrange the spianatine with stuffed cherry tomatoes on a serving platter, ready to be enjoyed as a fresh and flavorful appetizer. The combination of creamy cheeses, peppery arugula, and the sweet-tart cherry tomatoes makes this dish a perfect start to any meal.
Tips:
- For an extra flavor boost, you can drizzle a little extra virgin olive oil on the spianatine before serving.
- If you prefer a smoother texture, feel free to adjust the amount of goat cheese to suit your taste preferences.
- These spianatine with stuffed tomatoes make for an excellent vegetarian appetizer for any gathering or party!
Enjoy this delightful Italian-inspired appetizer that’s bursting with fresh, seasonal flavors!
