Best 2 Pesto And Sun Dried Tomato Torte Recipes

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Pesto and sun-dried tomato torte is an indulgent and flavorful dish that combines the vibrant flavors of basil pesto, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, creamy cheese, and flaky puff pastry. This elegant dish is perfect for a brunch, lunch, or dinner gathering and is sure to impress your guests with its stunning presentation and delicious taste. The combination of flavors and textures in this torte is truly remarkable, as the creamy pesto and sun-dried tomatoes meld together perfectly with the buttery puff pastry. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out in the kitchen, this article will provide you with the perfect recipe to create a delicious and memorable pesto and sun-dried tomato torte that will leave your taste buds dancing.

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PESTO AND SUN-DRIED TOMATO TORTE



Pesto and Sun-Dried Tomato Torte image

Make-ahead recipe! A buffet table becomes beautiful with lovely layers of cream cheese, pesto and sun-dried tomatoes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 container (7 oz) refrigerated basil pesto
1 jar (8 oz) minced oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, well drained
Baguette slices

Steps:

  • In food processor, place cream cheese, Parmesan cheese and garlic. Cover and process until blended. Divide into thirds (about 1 cup each).
  • Line 5-cup mold or 8x4-inch loaf pan with plastic wrap. Spoon one-third of the cheese mixture in bottom of mold; smooth top with spatula. Spoon pesto evenly over cheese layer. Spoon one-third of the cheese mixture over pesto layer; smooth top with spatula. Spoon tomatoes evenly over second cheese layer. Spoon remaining cheese mixture over tomatoes. Strike filled mold on counter to pack down. Cover and refrigerate at least 24 hours.
  • When ready to serve, turn mold upside down onto serving platter and remove plastic wrap. Serve torte with baguette slices.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

ITALIAN SUN-DRIED TOMATO, PROVOLONE AND PESTO TORTE



Italian Sun-Dried Tomato, Provolone and Pesto Torte image

My mother-in-law recently served this at our baby shower. It was a tremendous hit! Delicious flavors meld together to create a rich and creamy indulgence. Serve with toasted baguette, crackers, veggies, or whatever else you please. This looks so pretty on a serving plate - your guests won't want to touch it. But they'll be glad when they do - delish! Note: cooking time is chill time.

Provided by DanielsWife

Categories     Spreads

Time 4h20m

Yield 32 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 ounces sun-dried tomatoes
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 garlic clove, minced
9 slices provolone cheese
8 ounces pesto sauce

Steps:

  • Bring a small saucepan of water to a boil. Turn off the heat. Place sun-dried tomatoes in the water, and cover for 5 minutes. Drain, and finely chop.
  • In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese and garlic.
  • Line a medium bowl or loaf pan with a large piece of dampened cheese cloth. Layer with 1/3 of the provolone cheese. Spread with 1/2 of the cream cheese mixture. Pour in 1/2 of the pesto. Layer with 1/2 of the sun-dried tomatoes. Layer with 1/3 of the provolone cheese, remaining cream cheese mixture, remaining pesto, and remaining sun-dried tomatoes. Top with remaining provolone cheese.
  • Pull cheese cloth around the layered mixture and gently press into a bowl to mold and remove excess oil. Chill in the refrigerator for 3-4 hours. Remove cheese cloth and invert onto serving platter.
  • Garnish as desired with basil, sun-dried tomatoes, pine nuts, lemon wedges, olive oil, etc.
  • Enjoy!

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, juicy sun-dried tomatoes. This will ensure that they have the best flavor and texture.
  • If you don't have sun-dried tomatoes, you can use regular tomatoes. Just roast them in a 350°F oven for about 15 minutes, or until they are softened and slightly caramelized.
  • Use a good quality pesto. This is the key ingredient in the torte, so make sure it's flavorful and fresh.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the torte tough.
  • Bake the torte until it is just set in the center. Overbaking will make it dry.
  • Let the torte cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting to set properly.

Conclusion:

This pesto and sun-dried tomato torte is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's flavorful, moist, and sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a special dish to make, give this torte a try!

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