Heirloom Tomato Tart with Puff Pastry
This easy Heirloom Tomato Tart with Puff Pastry is a delicious light summer tart made with garlic basil whipped goat cheese.
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
- 6 oz goat cheese
- 3 tablespoon packed basil leaves
- 1 garlic clove grated
- ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 14 oz. puff pastry sheet defrosted
- 4 medium heirloom tomatoes sliced (preferably a variety of colors)
- 1 egg beaten
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and position a rack in the middle of the oven.
- In a food processor, add the goat cheese, basil, grated garlic clove, Kosher salt, and pepper. Process until just whipped and creamy, about 20 seconds. Set aside.
- Roll out the puff pasty on a lightly floured surface to about 9x13 inches. Lightly pierce the puff patry with a fork all over. Transfer the puff pasty to a parchment lined baking sheet.
- Spread the whipped goat cheese in an even layer on the puff pastry, leaving a 1 inch border. Top with the sliced tomatoes. Sprinkle with a pinch more of salt and pepper. Brush the border with the beaten egg.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes, or until the edges are puffed and golden brown. Slice and serve immediately or at room temperature.
Notes
Serves 4 as an entree or 8 as an appetizer
