Harvest Heirloom Tomato and Basil Tart with Creamy Goat Cheese

Ingredients

• 2 cups flour, sifted
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
• 1 cup ice water

• 4 medium heirloom tomatoes, sliced
• 1 cup goat cheese, softened
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon sea salt

Method

1. 01
   Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 02
   In a large bowl, combine sifted flour and salt. Add chilled butter and mix using a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. 03
   Gradually add ice water to the flour mixture, stirring gently until the dough begins to hold together.
4. 04
   Form the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
5. 05
   On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to fit a 9-inch tart pan. Press the dough into the pan and trim the excess.
6. 06
   Blind bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove and set aside to cool slightly.
7. 07
   Spread softened goat cheese evenly over the cooled tart crust.
8. 08
   Arrange the sliced heirloom tomatoes over the goat cheese in a single layer.
9. 09
   Drizzle olive oil over the tomatoes, and sprinkle with chopped basil, black pepper, and sea salt.
10. 10
    Bake the tart in the oven for 20-25 minutes until the tomatoes are tender and the crust is golden.
11. 11
    Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.