The ultimate heirloom tomato tart


Heirloom tomatoes are the toast of the town in this easy and irresistible savory summer tart. Paired with a Mediterranean Salad, you have a fabulous stress-free brunch in no time flat. For more yummy recipes, giveaways and Mindy's food philosophy, visit Meals on Heels Blog and don't worry, eat happy!


Ingredients

  • 40 sheets Athens Filo dough, thawed
  • 2 ½ tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ pound heirloom tomatoes (3 or 4), rinsed and thinly sliced
  • 2 eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded (you can also use Longhorn/Colby cheese)
  • 1 ¾ cup soft tofu or plain Greek yogurt (in place of heavy cream)
  • Sea salt to taste
  • Ground white pepper to taste
  • ½ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped
  • Drizzle of Extra Virgin olive oil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Prepare filo crust according to package directions using a greased 9x13 pan or rounded 10-inch ridged pan. Brush filo dough layers with melted butter as you carefully stack them in the pan. Set aside.
  3. Place heirloom tomatoes in a large bowl or colander and season to taste with salt and pepper. Allow to sit while you prepare the creamy egg mixture.
  4. In a large bowl, beat eggs, shredded cheese and tofu or yogurt. Season with salt and ground white pepper.
  5. Pour creamy egg mixture into prepared phyllo filo tart pan. Carefully layer thinly sliced tomatoes atop creamy egg mixture. Top with chopped fresh herbs. Drizzle with Extra Virgin olive oil.
  6. Bake in oven for 30 to 40 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
  7. Allow to cool before serving.

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