Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella And Roasted Garlic Tarts

Name: Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella And Roasted Garlic Tarts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2-1/2 cups Flour; 1/4 teaspoons Salt; 3 Tablespoons Sugar; 1/4 cups Shortening Cold; ½ Tablespoons Butter Cold And Cubed; 1/4 cups Ice Water; 4 whole Tomatoes, Sliced; 1 whole Large Ball Fresh Mozzarella, Sliced; 3 cloves Garlic, Sliced Thin; 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 3 Tablespoons Pesto Optional; 4 whole Fresh Basil Leaves, Chopped

Servings: persons

2-1/2 cups Flour
1/4 teaspoons Salt
3 Tablespoons Sugar
1/4 cups Shortening Cold
½ Tablespoons Butter Cold And Cubed
1/4 cups Ice Water
4 whole Tomatoes, Sliced
1 whole Large Ball Fresh Mozzarella, Sliced
3 cloves Garlic, Sliced Thin
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
3 Tablespoons Pesto Optional
4 whole Fresh Basil Leaves, Chopped

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Pie Crust Directions:
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(Or Use store bought Pillsbury Rolled up pie crust and move to Tart Directions)
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2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/4 teaspoon fine salt
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3 tablespoons granulated white sugar
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1/4 cup vegetable shortening, cold
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12 tablespoons butter, cold and cubed
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1/4 cup to 1/2 cup ice water
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Directions
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In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, salt and sugar.
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Add the shortening and break it up with your hands as you start to coat it all up with the flour.
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Add the cold butter cubes and work it into the flour with your hands or a pastry cutter. Work it quickly, so the butter doesn't get too soft, until the mixture is crumbly, like very coarse cornmeal.
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Add the ice water, a little at a time, until the mixture comes together forming a dough. Bring the dough together into a ball.
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When it comes together, stop working it otherwise the dough will get over-worked and tough. Divide the dough in half and flatten it slightly to form a disk shape. Wrap each disk in plastic and chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes. On a floured surface roll each disk out into a 10 to 11-inch circle to make a 9-inch pie.
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Tart Directions:
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Using one pie crust, and leaving a 1 to 1 1/2 inch margin at the edge -begin layering sliced tomatoes and cheese, alternating every other one with tomato, cheese, etc.
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Fold up the margin of crust over top of the tomatoes and cheese, pinching to hold together (like pleats).
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Tuck in garlic slices so there's one in each bite. Brush all with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
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Bake at 350u00b0 for 15 minutes then rotate pan 180u00b0 and bake an additional 15 minutes or until crust is nicely browned.
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Optional - drizzle with pesto and/or shredded basil.
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Heavenly!

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2-1/2 cups Flour, 1/4 teaspoons Salt, 3 Tablespoons Sugar, 1/4 cups Shortening Cold, and more.

Yes, Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella And Roasted Garlic Tarts falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!