Dinner

Fresh Tomato Tart

Time52 Min
Yields4 Servings
ByTed Dobbels

"A savory tart featuring a partially baked crust topped with melted mozzarella, fresh tomato wedges, and a creamy basil-garlic cheese mixture."

Preparation

1

Step 1

Unfold the piecrust according to package directions. Line a 9-inch tart pan with pastry (it's easier to remove the baked tart if pan has a removable bottom). Press the pastry into the fluted sides of the tart pan and trim the edges. Don't prick. Partially bake in a 450 degree F oven for 5 to 7 minutes or until pastry is slightly dry.

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Step 2

Remove from oven. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup of the mozzarella cheese. Cool in pan on a wire rack. Reduce oven temperature to 375 degree F.

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Step 3

Meanwhile, cut the tomatoes into wedges; drain the wedges on paper towels. Arrange the tomato wedges over the melted cheese in a baked crust.

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Step 4

In a food processor bowl, combine basil and garlic; cover and process with on-off turns until coarsely chopped. Alternatively, snip the basil.

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Step 5

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the basil-garlic mixture, the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese, the mayonnaise, the grated Parmesan cheese, and pepper. Spread the mixture evenly over the tomato wedges.

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Step 6

Bake in a 375 degree F oven for about 25 minutes or until cheese is golden. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting into wedges. Serve warm. If you like, garnish with additional basil leaves.