Overview
Difficulty: Easy
Calories per 100g: +/- 200
Servings: 4 people
Preparation Time
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Experience the essence of Italy with this straightforward recipe. This delicious Italian tart is a Mediterranean treat sure to delight your taste buds. This simple recipe combines the sunny flavors of Italy with a crispy puff pastry base, topped with homemade tomato sauce flavored with basil, silky ham, and creamy mozzarella for a comforting meal with friends or family.
Ingredients
Servings: 4 people
For the Tomato Sauce
– Onion: 1 unit
– Garlic: 1 clove
– Diced Tomatoes: 1 can
– Basil: a few leaves
For the Tart
– Puff Pastry: 1 sheet
– Ham: 4 slices
– Mozzarella: 1 ball
Instructions
1. **For the Tomato Sauce:**
– Finely chop the onion and sauté in a tablespoon of olive oil. Add minced garlic and canned diced tomatoes. Cook for 5 minutes.
2. – Puree the tomato mixture and reduce for about 15 minutes until it thickens enough to coat a spoon. Stir in chopped basil.
3. – Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking mold with the puff pastry, keeping the parchment paper on. Prick the base of the tart with a fork and spread the tomato sauce over it.
4. – Arrange half of the ham slices over the sauce and cover with thin slices of mozzarella.
To Finish
– Scatter the remaining pieces of ham over the top. Bake in the oven for 5 minutes at 350°F (180°C). Once the mozzarella has melted, cover with aluminum foil and bake for another 20 minutes at 425°F (220°C).
Enjoy your meal!
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