Description
Provençal tomato tarts showcase Mediterranean flavors with golden pastry and ripe heirloom tomatoes. Herb-infused pastry and tangy goat cheese create a delightful French-inspired appetizer you’ll savor with each delicate bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sheets puff pastry (thawed)
- 2 large tomatoes (thinly sliced)
- ½ cup pepperjack cheese (shredded)
- ½ onion (sliced)
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
- 1 large egg plus 1 tsp (5 ml) water (beaten)
- salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
- fresh parsley (for garnish)
- fresh herbs (for garnish)
Instructions
- Caramelize Base: Melt butter and olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat, then add thinly sliced onions seasoned with salt and pepper, cooking slowly until they transform into a rich, golden-brown delicacy with deep, sweet undertones.
- Prepare Pastry: Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper; cut precise circular shapes from chilled puff pastry, ensuring clean edges.
- Assemble Tarts: Transfer pastry circles to the prepared baking sheet, brush with whisked egg wash for a lustrous finish, then artfully layer thin tomato slices, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Layer Flavors: Distribute caramelized onions evenly over tomato slices, then generously sprinkle finely shredded cheese across the surface to create a promise of melted, golden decadence.
- Bake to Perfection: Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake for 16-20 minutes, watching for the pastry to rise dramatically and achieve a rich, golden-brown complexion.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from oven, garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant touch of color and herbaceous brightness, then serve immediately while the tarts are warm and the pastry remains crisp.
Notes
- Select Prime Pastry: Choose high-quality, cold puff pastry directly from the refrigerator for maximum flakiness and structural integrity.
- Master Caramelization Technique: Low and slow is the secret to transforming onions into sweet, golden-brown delicacies without burning or becoming bitter.
- Precision Tomato Placement: Use ripe, firm tomatoes sliced uniformly to ensure even cooking and an aesthetically pleasing presentation that guarantees consistent texture.
- Temperature Control Matters: Maintain a consistent 425°F oven temperature to achieve the perfect balance of crispy pastry exterior and tender, melted interior without soggy centers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg