HEIRLOOM TOMATO TART
Heirloom tomatoes may seem flawed, but it's actually their uniformly red counterparts who are the genetic deviants of the tomato family. Decades ago, many businesses decided to prioritize cookie-cutter-like hybrid tomatoes, which grow year-round and can survive a long, bumpy journey. It left heirloom tomatoes on the wrong side of the deal. The varieties that remain have a shorter shelf life and are relegated to just a few months of summer, but they're sweeter with a more robust flavor. This tart celebrates juicy, vibrant tomatoes in a cheesy, herby, custard-filled, flaky crust, with each bite punctuated with pesto.
Provided by Vallery Lomas
Categories brunch, dinner, pies and tarts, main course
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees. Fit the rolled-out dough into a 9-inch tart pan, allowing the edges to rise about 1/4 inch above the rim of the pan. Prick the dough all over with a fork.
- Line the dough with aluminum foil and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 15 minutes until beginning to brown at the edges. Remove from the oven and carefully remove the foil and weights. Increase the oven temperature to 375 degrees.
- Meanwhile, cut the tomatoes into 1/2-inch slices. Place in a colander to drain excess tomato liquid for 20 minutes.
- Spread 1/4 cup pesto in an even layer over the parbaked tart crust. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella over the pesto. Sprinkle the fresh basil and oregano over the cheese.
- In a medium bowl, prepare the custard: Whisk together the eggs, cream, salt and pepper until combined.
- Place the sliced tomatoes evenly over the cheese and herbs in overlapping concentric circles.
- Pour the custard evenly over the tomato slices. Swirl the pan to evenly distribute the liquid. Bake until the filling is set and won't jiggle when shaken, about 35 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving warm. This tart can also be served at room temperature.
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Okorare Joshua
[email protected]This tart is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the combination of the sweet tomatoes and the flaky crust. I've made it for parties and for weeknight dinners and it's always a hit.
Intekhab Alam
[email protected]This tart is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the combination of the sweet tomatoes and the flaky crust. I've made it for parties and for weeknight dinners and it's always a hit.
Patricia Fordjour
[email protected]This tart is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the combination of the sweet tomatoes and the flaky crust. I've made it for parties and for weeknight dinners and it's always a hit.
Shahzad khaskheli
[email protected]This tart is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the combination of the sweet tomatoes and the flaky crust. I've made it for parties and for weeknight dinners and it's always a hit.
John Owusu
[email protected]I made this tart last night and it was delicious! The crust was flaky and the filling was flavorful. I used a variety of heirloom tomatoes and they were all so good. I will definitely be making this tart again.
Mehedi Hasan Shakib
[email protected]This tart is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the combination of the sweet tomatoes and the flaky crust. I've made it for parties and for weeknight dinners and it's always a hit.
Nbasa Nepali
[email protected]This tart was a hit at my dinner party! The crust was flaky and the filling was flavorful. I used a variety of heirloom tomatoes and they were all so good. I will definitely be making this tart again.
Lori Stumpf
[email protected]I made this tart last night and it was delicious! The crust was flaky and the filling was flavorful. I used a variety of heirloom tomatoes and they were all so good. I will definitely be making this tart again.
Karen Luyet
[email protected]This tart is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the combination of the sweet tomatoes and the flaky crust. I've made it for parties and for weeknight dinners and it's always a hit.
Luke Liam
[email protected]I've made this tart several times and it's always a hit. The crust is flaky and the filling is flavorful. I love that I can use any type of tomatoes I have on hand.
Aroon Yogal
[email protected]This tart is delicious and beautiful! I made it for a party and it was a huge hit. The crust is flaky and the filling is flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
majid mehar
[email protected]I love this tart! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
Slavetounclesam iAm
[email protected]This tart is easy to make and so delicious! I used a pre-made pie crust to save time and it turned out great. The filling is flavorful and the crust is flaky. I will definitely be making this tart again.
Mk masjed Khan
[email protected]I made this tart for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The crust was flaky and the filling was flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Md Rohoul
[email protected]This tart was delicious! The crust was perfect and the filling was flavorful. I used a variety of heirloom tomatoes from my garden and they were all so good. I will definitely be making this tart again.
Ronjit Kumar
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use fresh, ripe tomatoes. The tart is easy to make and the crust is flaky and delicious. I used a store-bought pie crust to save time, but you could easily make your own. I also added a sprinkle of dried oregano to the t