I’ve always dreamed of going to Italy. And next year, I was planning on finally making my dream vacation come true. But sadly, life got in the way and unless something changes, I won’t be going to Italy next year {sad face}.
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And if I can’t go to Italy, I might as well eat like I’m in Italy! And what better represents a little taste of Italy than a tomato and cheese crostata.
This pie inspired dish is made with authentic Italian ingredients that include Roma tomatoes, olive oil, fresh basil, feta cheese, and mozzarella enveloped within a flaky pastry dough.
A deliciously light and savoury pie-dish to enjoy for lunch or dinner with a glass of wine so you can close your eyes and imagine that you’re dining in Italy. At least for one night {smile}....
Tomato and Cheese Crostata
Ingredients
1 ready-made pie crust, room temperature
3 Roma tomatoes, sliced
2 Tablespoons Feta cheese
1 Tablespoon mozzarella cheese, grated
3 Tablespoons olive oil
3 Tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
Pinch of sea salt
Pinch of ground black pepper
Directions
Preheat oven to 425F degrees.
Place a sheet of parchment paper onto a baking sheet. Roll out pie crust dough onto lined baking sheet. Set aside.
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, basil, garlic cloves, salt & pepper. Spoon half over pie crust dough, spreading evenly and keeping about 1 inch from edges oil free.
Arrange sliced tomatoes evenly around pie crust dough, leaving about 1 inch from the edges so you will have enough to fold over. Crumble feta cheese over tomatoes.
Pour remaining oil mixture over tomatoes and cheeses, keeping 1 inch of edges oil free.
Gently fold the dough edges up and over the tomatoes so it lays flat. The center will be dough free so it gives you a beautiful view of the cooked tomatoes and cheeses when done.
Sprinkle mozzarella over the open area of tomatoes and feta, making sure not to cover the edges.
Bake for 20-30 minutes or until edges of pie crust are golden.
Remove from oven and let sit for 10 minutes before serving. Can be served warm or at room temperature.
*Helpful Hints*
- All measurements are US
Inspired by ~ Kellie at The Suburban Soapbox
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