Cheese and Tomato Tart
User Reviews
5
Cheese and Tomato Tart
Description
This tart uses firm ripe tomatoes that are cored, peeled, and sliced about a quarter-inch thick. A salt application and covering with paper towels draws out moisture to prevent a soggy crust or filling. The batter combining eggs, heavy cream, and half the grated cheeses is lightly seasoned and poured over the tomatoes layered in a baking dish.
The tart is topped with remaining cheese and fresh thyme leaves, then baked at 375°F until the custard is set and the top is golden and bubbling, approximately 30 minutes. The combination of creamy custard, melted cheeses, and tender tomatoes produces a savory and flavorful dish.
It can be served warm or room temperature and cut into wedges. The tart is versatile, appropriate for brunch, lunch, or as a savory appetizer serving between 4 and 8 people depending on portion size.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds firm ripe tomatoes
- salt Kosher, to taste
- black pepper Kosher, to taste
- 4 egg large
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 ounces fontina cheese grated
- 1 ounce Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese about 2/3 cup total of the two cheeses, freshly grated
- 2 teaspoons thyme fresh leaves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375* F.
- Core, peel and slice tomatoes about 1/4" thick. Place tomatoes on a sheet pan, lined with paper towels. Sprinkle tomatoes with about 2 teaspoons kosher salt. Cover with more paper towels to absorb the liquid from the tomatoes. Set aside for 10 minutes, and up to 1 hour.
- In a small bowl, combine the eggs, cream, half of the cheese and half the thyme leaves. Season lightly with 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt and black pepper.
- Layer the tomatoes in the bottom of 10" baking dish. Pour the batter over the tomatoes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and thyme.
- Place in the center of the oven and bake until the batter is set and the tart is golden and bubbling, about 30 minutes.
- Serve warm or at room temperature. Cut into wedges. Serves 4-8 as an appetizer or light lunch.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8slices
Amount Per Serving
Calories 219 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 219kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 109mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 153mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 55mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 454IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 247mg | 25% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
You'll Also Love
