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July 28, 2019

Puff Pastry Tomato Tart

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This rustic puff pastry tomato tart is a simple, tasty appetizer for a casual dinner party or a light lunch served with a salad and a glass of wine.

Herbed Tomato Puff Pastry Cheese TartWhen tomatoes are at their peak, this tart is amazing, but it still works beautifully when they’re not. The herbs, garlic and capers boost their flavor. Combine the tomatoes with melt-y cheese and a flaky puff pastry base and you have a pretty lovely – and delicious – appetizer.

I adapted this recipe from several others (bigoven, italiandish, thepioneerwoman), tweaking the seasonings and fixing the only complaint of a soggy crust. To prevent this, I did three things: 1. pre-bake the puff pastry for 15 minutes before adding the toppings; 2. squeeze the tomatoes by hand to get rid of their juice and seeds; and 3. lay out the tomatoes with the cut side facing up.

The tart is simple to make and looks great served as an appetizer on a cutting board at a relaxed get-together. Sprinkle some fresh basil or parsley on top before serving and you’re good to go. You can also serve the tart for two (like a pizza) with a Grilled Vegetable Quinoa Salad for brunch or lunch. Or as a lovely addition to a buffet table.

Shortcuts

  • Buy cheese that is already grated
  • Use minced garlic in the jar or a frozen garlic cube (a pinch of garlic powder works too)
  • Buy the puff pastry that comes pre-rolled in two sheets instead of having to roll it out yourself

Tailor To Your Taste

  • Try different cheeses like Fontina, Mozzarella.
  • Instead of cheese, spread a thin layer of pesto on the puff pastry, then top with the tomatoes.
  • Use other herbs you like in any combination (I tend to use basil and oregano and sometimes chives or green onion). Dill and tarragon work well too.
  • Mix cherry and grape tomatoes or use multicolored tomatoes.

Make Ahead Puff Pastry Tomato Tart

  • The tart is best served warm.  Here are two options:
    • Follow all the instructions up to and including sprinkling the cheese over the baked crust. 15 minutes before serving, add the tomatoes and bake another 12-15 minutes.
    • Or complete the full recipe and warm in a 375F oven for 5-6 minutes before serving.
Herbed Tomato Puff Pastry Cheese Tart
Score a border around edges and prick dough with a fork.
Gruyere and Parmesan Cheese
Grate Gruyere and Parmesan cheese (or other combination)

Herbed Tomato Puff Pastry Cheese Tart
Add herbs, oil, garlic and capers to grape or cherry tomatoes.
Herbed Tomato Puff Pastry Cheese Tart
Sprinkle cheese on baked puff pastry and line with tomatoes facing up.

Herbed Tomato Puff Pastry Cheese Tart

Herbed Tomato Puff Pastry Cheese Tart

Herbed Tomato Puff Pastry Cheese Tart
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Puff Pastry Tomato Tart Recipe

This casual, rustic puff pastry tomato tart is a simple, tasty appetizer for a casual dinner party or a light lunch served with a salad and a glass of wine.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time40 mins
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American, Vegetarian
Servings: 8 (16-20 squares) for appetizer
Author: Cheryl

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet store-bought puff pastry dough, thawed
  • 1 egg, mixed with 1 tablespoon water (egg wash)
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup grated gruyere cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese
  • 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes (about 20), cut in half
  • 2 tbsp fresh minced herbs (or 2 tsp dried) e.g. basil, chives, dill, oregano
  • 1 1/2 tsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp capers, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 tsp minced garlic (or 1/8 tsp. garlic powder)
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400F.
  • PRE-BAKE THE PUFF PASTRY: Line a rimmed pan with parchment paper. Unfold the puff pastry sheet and set it on the parchment. Stretch it if necessary to about 14 x 14 inches and 1/8 inch thick. Score a line 1/2 inch in from all sides with a knife to make a border (not cutting all the way through). Prick the dough with a fork over the entire sheet of pastry except the border. Spread a very thin layer of Dijon over the inside surface. Brush the border with the eggwash (egg plus water). I use my fingers for both these steps. Bake for 15 minutes until golden brown. If pastry is puffed up in the middle, gently press it down.
  • MAKE TOMATO TOPPING: Squeeze handfuls of the tomato halves over the sink to remove most of the juice and seeds (this will help prevent the tart becoming soggy). Place in a bowl. Add oil, capers, garlic, herbs, salt and pepper. Mix together. Taste and add a pinch of sugar if needed.
  • ASSEMBLE TART AND BAKE: Sprinkle cheeses over the pre-baked tart inside the border. Place tomatoes on top of the cheese in a single layer, cut side facing up. Spoon on any of the tomato seasonings left in the bowl. Bake the tart for another 12-15 minutes. Remove from oven, transfer to a cutting board and cut into 16 squares with a sharp knife. Serve warm . Can be made ahead - Note 1.

Notes

  1. Make Ahead: Follow all the instructions up to and including sprinkling the cheese over the baked crust.  15 minutes before serving, add the tomatoes and bake another 12-15 minutes. Alternatively, complete the full recipe and warm in a 375F oven for 5-6 minutes before serving. 
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