French Tarte à la Tomate Recipe

The French Tarte à la Tomate is a classic dish that showcases the vibrant flavors of ripe tomatoes. This savory tart features a buttery pastry crust filled with a mixture of Dijon mustard, fresh tomatoes, and herbs like thyme and basil. The tomatoes are typically arranged in a beautiful pattern on top of the tart before baking to perfection. Once out of the oven, the Tarte à la Tomate is typically served warm or at room temperature, making it a versatile dish suitable for any time of day. Its simplicity highlights the natural sweetness of the tomatoes, making it a favorite among French cuisine enthusiasts.

Servings: 4

Author: Chef Connie

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French Tarte à la Tomate

Prep time: 20 MinCook time: 30 MinTotal time: 50 Min

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Ingredients

• 3-4 ripe tomatoes, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 cup (100g) grated Gruyère cheese
• 1/4 cup (25g) grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons of Herbs de Provence
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch tart pan. Press the dough into the pan and trim the edges. Prick the bottom with a fork.
3. Spread the Dijon mustard evenly over the bottom of the tart shell.
4. Sprinkle the grated Gruyère cheese over the mustard.
5. Arrange the tomato slices in an overlapping pattern on top of the cheese.
6. Drizzle the olive oil over the tomatoes and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, thyme, salt, and pepper.
7. Bake the tart for 25-30 minutes until the tomatoes are tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

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