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For the Cornmeal Tart Dough:
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Combine the flour, cornmeal, and salt in a bowl.
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Whisk to combine and set aside.
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Cream together the butter and sugar.
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Stir in the yolks, one at a time, making sure each one is well combined before adding the next.
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Add the vanilla and mix well.
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Sift the dry ingredients over the wet ingredients and stir to combine until the dough forms a ball.
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Divide the dough in two and pat into flat disks.
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Wrap each disk tightly in plastic wrap and chill or freeze until ready to use.
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For the Blueberry Cornmeal Crostadas:
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Remove the dough from the refrigerator about 30 minutes before rolling.
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Combine the blueberries, sugar, flour, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a large bowl.
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Toss together gently and set aside.
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When the dough is malleable but still firm, cut each disk into quarters.
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Working quickly, use your hands to form a ball with one piece of dough.
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Flatten the ball and place between 2 pieces of plastic wrap.
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Roll out into a circle 5 to 6 inches in diameter and about 1/8-inch thick.
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Leave it in the plastic wrap and place the rolled dough on a plate.
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Transfer to the refrigerator.
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Continue to roll out the remaining dough putting each in the refrigerator as you finish.
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Chill until firm but still workable.
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Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Place a circle of dough on the baking sheet, leaving room for the other crostatas.
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Spoon about 1/2 cup of the berry mixture onto the circle, leaving at least a 1-inch border.
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Bring the edges of the dough over the top to envelop the berries.
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Using your hands, fold in the edges, pressing gently and patching any holes.
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Cup your hands over the tart and press down firmly to shape.
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Repeat with remaining dough and berries.
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Chill for about 20 minutes before baking.
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While the tarts are chilling, preheat the oven to 375 F.
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Bake until the crust turns golden brown and the fruit is bubbling, about 25 minutes.
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Let set for 5 to 10 minutes before transferring from baking sheet to serving plates.
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Serve warm or at room temperature with vanilla ice cream or Homemade Creme Fraiche.
