cherry tomato and gruyere tarts

Wentzville, MO
Updated on Apr 26, 2013

These little tarts are so habit forming. The light flaky pastry is a perfect base for the juicy tomatoes, herbs and that great rich cheese. These will go quick at your next party!

prep time 30 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Bake
yield 1 dozen

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 5 to 7 tablespoons ice water
  • 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
  • 6 ounces gruyere cheese, thinly sliced
  • 30 - cherry tomatoes, sliced
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh or 1 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • - salt to taste
  • - freshly ground pepper to taste
  • 3/4 cup (3oz.) shredded gruyere cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • - garnish with fresh thyme

How To Make cherry tomato and gruyere tarts

  • Step 1
    Pulse flour,butter,and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a food processor 12 times or until mixture is crumbly. Add 5 tablespoons water; process just until dough begins to leave sides of the bowl and forms a ball.
  • Step 2
    Divide dough in half; shape each portion into a ball. Cover and chill 20 minutes. Roll each portion of dough to 1/8 inch thickness on a lightly floured surface. Cut pastry into 12 rounds, using a 4 1/2 inch biscuit cutter.
  • Step 3
    Place rounds on 2 parchment paper lined 15x10 inch jellyroll pans. Crimp edges, if desired. Spread rounds evenly with dijon mustard; top with cheese slices, tomato, thyme, salt and pepper. Sprinkle rounds with shredded cheese; drizzle with oil. Bake at 425 for 15 minutes or until pastry is golden. Garnish, if desired. Serve immediately. Makes 1 dozen tarts.

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Ingredient: Vegetable
Method: Bake
Culture: American

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