cheese/tomato/sausage tart

How To Make cheese/tomato/sausage tart

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  Step 1
  PREP/PREPARE
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  Step 2
  Gather your ingredients.
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  Step 3
  Slice the tomatoes into 1/4-inch (.6cm) slices.
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  Step 4
  Lay them on paper towels, and sprinkle with salt.
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  Step 5
  Allow them to sit for a minimum of 30 minutes, and a maximum of 60 minutes.
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  Step 6
  At the end of the waiting period, place some paper towels on top of the tomatoes, blot, and then reserve.
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  Step 7
  While you're waiting for the tomatoes to release their moisture, place the sausage into a sauté pan over medium heat.
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  Step 8
  Cook until the pink is removed, about 5 to 7 minutes.
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  Step 9
  Chef’s Note: Use a wooden spoon to break the sausage into small bits.
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  Step 10
  Drain on paper towels, and reserve.
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  Step 11
  Place the crust into a tart pan, and push into the sides.
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  Step 12
  Place in the freezer for 20 minutes.
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  Step 13
  Place a rack in the middle position, and preheat the oven to 350f (175c).
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  Step 14
  Remove the tart crust from the freezer, and blind bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
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  Step 15
  Chefs Note: Blind baking the crust involves lining the crust with parchment paper, and then adding some pie weights.
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  Step 16
  Take the tart crust from the oven.
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  Step 17
  Remove the parchment and pie weights, and then dock the bottom of the crust.
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  Step 18
  Chef’s Note: Docking involves piercing the crust with a paring knife, or fork, to prevent it from rising.
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  Step 19
  Return the crust to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until it begins to brown.
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  Step 20
  Add the butter and grapeseed oil to a sauté pan over medium heat.
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  Step 21
  When the foaming subsides, add the onions, and dried spices.
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  Step 22
  Sauté the onions until they are translucent, and starting to brown, about 6 to 8 minutes.
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  Step 23
  Remove from the pan and allow them to cool.
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  Step 24
  Add the sour cream, cheddar, hot sauce, black pepper, and cooled onions to a bowl, and mix to combine.
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  Step 25
  Place the sliced provolone on the bottom of the crust.
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  Step 26
  Add a layer of tomatoes.
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  Step 27
  Place the sausage evenly over the top.
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  Step 28
  Add the sour cream/cheddar sauce.
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  Step 29
  Top with the mozzarella.
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  Step 30
  Place the pie in the preheated oven, and bake until the cheese is bubbly and beginning to brown, about 40 to 45 minutes..
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  Step 31
  PLATE/PRESENT
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  Step 32
  Let the tart cool to rest about 15 minutes before serving.
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  Step 33
  Slice and serve while still warm. Enjoy.
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  Step 34
  Keep the faith, and keep cooking.
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