Sun-Kissed Heirloom Tomato Tart with Basil and Goat Cheese

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and diced
• 1 cup ice water

• 4 medium heirloom tomatoes, sliced
• 8 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon sea salt

Method

1. 01
   Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. 02
   In a large mixing bowl, combine sifted flour and salt. Add cold, diced butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. 03
   Slowly add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough starts to come together. Form the dough into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
4. 04
   Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch tart pan. Transfer the dough to the pan, pressing it into the edges, and trim any excess.
5. 05
   Prick the base of the crust with a fork and pre-bake in the oven for 10 minutes until lightly golden. Remove and set aside.
6. 06
   Arrange sliced heirloom tomatoes over the pre-baked crust. Sprinkle crumbled goat cheese and torn basil leaves on top.
7. 07
   Drizzle olive oil over the tart filling, and season with freshly ground black pepper and sea salt.
8. 08
   Bake the tart in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the tomatoes are roasted and the cheese is slightly golden.
9. 09
   Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.