Entrée: Italy – Torta Di Pomodoro (Heirloom Tomato Tart)

Serving Size: 6

Approximate Time

Prep 10 min

Cook 25 min

Total 35 min

Ingredients

1 sheet puff pastry
3 heirloom tomatoes, sliced
1 cup (240 ml) ricotta cheese
1 / 2 cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
1 / 4 cup (15 g) fresh basil, chopped
2 tbsp (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp (15 ml) balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lay the puff pastry on a baking sheet and prick with a fork.
2. Spread ricotta over the pastry, leaving a border. Arrange tomato slices on top, sprinkle with parmesan and basil. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic, then season with salt and pepper. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.