EASY TOMATO BASIL TART

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This is so easy, simple and fresh! I make this often with just a nice green salad. You can reduce the fat by using 2% mozzarella and using less than 8 oz.

Provided by CarolAnn

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

pie crust (I use Pillsbury ready to bake pie crusts)
8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
4 -5 ripe tomatoes (plum tomatoes are best)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400.
  • Slice the tomatoes into 1/2" slices.
  • Line a 10" loose bottom tart pan with the pastry (pie) dough.
  • Spread bottom of pastry with the mozzarella cheese and sprinkle with the basil.
  • Cover with tomato slices, arranging to cover as evenly as possible.
  • Sprinkle tomatoes with salt and pepper, then drizzle with the olive oil.
  • Bake 30-40 minutes.
  • Garnish with fresh chopped basil.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.

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