In the realm of savory pastries, the marriage of tomato, egg, and prosciutto is a classic trio that delights the senses and tantalizes the palate. These tarts offer a delightful medley of flavors and textures, with the sweet and tangy notes of the tomatoes, the richness of the eggs, and the salty, smoky essence of the prosciutto harmonizing perfectly. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, creating these delectable tarts is an adventure that will reward you with a culinary masterpiece.
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TOMATO, EGG, AND PROSCIUTTO TARTS
These rich yet simple tarts offer the best of both worlds: flaky crust and runny yolks.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Pie & Tarts Recipes
Time 30m
Yield Makes 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Unfold each sheet of puff pastry onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and cut each into 4 squares. With a paring knife, lightly score a border 1/4 inch from edges. Freeze 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine tomatoes, olive oil, and thyme, and season with salt and pepper.
- Lightly beat 1 large egg and brush border of each pastry square. Pile some Fontina, tomato mixture, and a slice of prosciutto onto each square. Bake until tarts are golden brown and tomatoes have softened, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Use a spoon to create a well for each egg, then carefully crack 1 egg onto each tart. Bake until whites are just set and yolks are runny, 10 to 12 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 412 g, Fat 27 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 8 g
ANNA'S TOMATO TART
Steps:
- Place the flour and 1 teaspoon of salt in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Add the butter and pulse 12 to 15 times, until the butter is the size of peas. Add the egg yolks and pulse a few times to combine. With the motor running, add the ice water through the feed tube and pulse until the dough starts to come together. Dump onto a floured board and roll it into a flat disk. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Meanwhile, place the tomatoes in a large bowl. Put the parsley, basil, garlic, thyme, 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade and process until finely minced. With the processor running, pour the olive oil down the feed tube and process until combined. Pour the mixture over the tomatoes and toss gently. Set aside.
- On a well-floured board, roll the dough out to an 11-by-17-inch rectangle and transfer it to the prepared sheet pan. Don?t worry if it doesn?t fit exactly; you want it to cover most of the bottom of the pan, but it can be a little rough on the sides. Place a second sheet pan directly on the pastry (be sure both sheet pans have flat bottoms) and bake for 15 minutes. (You can also line the pastry with foil and fill it with dried beans.) Remove the top sheet pan (or the beans and foil). Using a dinner fork, pierce the pastry in many places. Bake for another 8 to 10 minutes, until lightly browned. Check the pastry during baking; pierce any spots that bubble up. Allow the crust to cool for 15 minutes.
- Lower the oven to 375 degrees F. Brush the mustard on the crust with a pastry brush. Sprinkle a thick even layer of Gruyère on the pastry, reserving 1/2 cup for the top, and sprinkle with the 1/2 cup of Parmesan. Place overlapping tomatoes in rows on top. If there is a little garlic and herb mixture in the bowl, sprinkle it over the tomatoes, but if there is liquid in the bowl, strain it through a very-fine-mesh strainer, discard the liquid, and sprinkle the garlic and herb mixture on the tomatoes. Sprinkle the reserved 1/2 cup of Gruyère and the remaining 2 tablespoons of Parmesan on top. Bake for 30 minutes. Cool slightly, cut into squares and serve warm or at room temperature.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh tomatoes, eggs, prosciutto, and puff pastry will make a big difference in the flavor of the tarts.
- Don't overcook the eggs. The eggs should be cooked through, but still have a slightly runny yolk.
- Serve the tarts warm. They're best enjoyed fresh out of the oven.
- Garnish the tarts with fresh herbs, such as basil or chives.
- If you're using a food processor to make the tomato sauce, be sure to pulse it until the tomatoes are finely chopped, but not pureed.
- You can use any type of puff pastry for this recipe. Frozen puff pastry works well, but you can also use homemade puff pastry if you have the time.
- If you don't have a tart pan, you can use a muffin tin instead. Just be sure to grease the muffin tins well before filling them with the tomato mixture.
Conclusion:
Tomato, egg, and prosciutto tarts are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or brunch item. They're perfect for a party or a casual get-together. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is both flavorful and elegant. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe, give these tarts a try. You won't be disappointed!
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