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TOMATO & FETA PHYLLO TART



Tomato & Feta Phyllo Tart image

Summer tomatoes and the creamy feta cheese spread make this savory phyllo tart the perfect lunch. Also great as an appetizer for your summer dinner party. Simple and delicious.

Provided by Dimitra Khan

Number Of Ingredients 17

For the Crust:
• 8 sheets (#4) phyllo
• 4 oz (226 g) salted butter, melted
• Black sesame seeds
For the Filling:
• 8 oz (230 g) feta cheese, crumbled
• 8 oz (230 g) ricotta cheese
• 1-2 tablespoons finely chopped mint
• 3-4 tablespoons olive oil
• Shredded Gouda, Gruyere, or Mozzarella cheese
• Black pepper, to taste
The vegetables:
• Bell pepper slices
• Tomato slices
• ¼ cup olive oil
• Salt
• Oregano

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 °F, 200 °C.
  • Make the filling: Combine all of the filling ingredients in a bowl and mix them together. Taste and adjust seasoning if desired.
  • Assemble the tart:
  • Line a half sheet pan with parchment paper.
  • Layer the phyllo sheets on top of the parchment and drizzle melted butter between each sheet.
  • Spread the filling on top of the final sheet of phyllo making sure to leave a border. About 1 and ½ inches.
  • Top with the bell peppers.
  • Combine the olive oil with some salt and mix together. Brush the peppers with the oil.
  • Top with tomato slices and brush them with the oil.
  • Sprinkle some dried oregano over the tomatoes.
  • Fold the sides of the phyllo over to create a border.
  • Brush with the remaining melted butter and sprinkle the border with some sesame seeds.
  • Bake on the center rack of the oven for 45-50 minutes or until golden.
  • Set aside to cool for 10 minutes and serve.

BERRY PHYLLO TARTS



Berry Phyllo Tarts image

Lightly glazed fresh fruit nestled in delicate pastry creates a looks-like-you-fussed dessert. Shares TerryAnn Moore of Vineland, New Jersey. "One taste of the crisp-tender shell topped with sweet berries, and I don't miss those confections with more fat and sugar."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

12 sheets phyllo dough (14 inches x 9 inches)
3 tablespoons butter, melted
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
FILLING:
1/4 cup orange marmalade
1 cup navel orange sections
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1/2 cup each fresh raspberries, blueberries and blackberries
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest
Fresh mint, optional

Steps:

  • Roll up phyllo dough and cut into 1/4-in.-wide strips. Place strips in a large bowl; toss with butter, sugar and orange zest until coated. Divide strips into six portions; shape into nests on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 400° for 5-7 minutes or until golden., In a small microwave-safe bowl, heat marmalade until melted. In a large bowl, combine the oranges and berries in a large bowl; drizzle with marmalade and juices. Sprinkle with lemon and lime zest; gently toss to coat. Just before serving, spoon into nests. Garnish with mint if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 159mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

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