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Baby Heirloom Tomato Tarts with Goat Cheese & Herbs

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Baby Heirloom Tomato Tarts with Goat Cheese & Herbs

Baby Heirloom Tomato Tarts with Goat Cheese & Herbs
Makes 4 tarts
Ingredients
  • 1 2/3 sheets puff pastry (thawed)
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 tablespoon water
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  • 2½ ounces goat cheese
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon Italian herb seasoning
  • 1-2 garlic cloves, minced fine
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  • 12-16 baby heirloom, cherry or grape tomatoes (assorted colors), halved
  • salt and pepper to taste
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  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil (or small basil leaves)
Method
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Unfold one puff pastry sheet and cut into 4 even squares. Place the squares on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Unfold the second sheet of puff pastry. Cut into 8 strips, about 3/4-inch wide. Cut each of the strips in half crosswise, to make 16 strips that will fit on each side of the 4-squares.
  4. Place four strips around the edge of each pastry square, overlapping and pinching the pastry together.
  5. Beat the egg yolk and water together in a small dish.
  6. With a pastry brush, brush the egg wash on the edges and around the pastry. Bake until the pastry squares are golden brown, about 20-22 minutes – rotating the pan half-way through the baking time.
  7. Meanwhile, combine the goat cheese, milk, Italian herb seasonings and garlic in a small bowl.
  8. Using a small spatula or butter knife, evenly distribute and spread the goat cheese mixture among the four pastries. Lightly pressing and gently deflating the middle of each pastry tart shell.
  9. Top each tart with halved tomatoes. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground pepper.
  10. Bake for 5-8 minutes more. Garnish with fresh basil. © Images & content: Cristina A-Moore for TeenieCakes.com.
  11. Store any leftovers wrapped tightly with foil and in the refrigerator.
Teenie Notes
  • You will have extra puff pastry dough from a sheet.
  • No need to roll the puff pastry when preparing.
  • The amount of tomatoes needed will depend on the size of your tomatoes and preference.
  • Use any combination of fresh or dried herbs to mix in with the goat cheese.
  • Adding finely chopped red onions would be a tasty addition.
source adapted from Cuisine at home magazine