Hello, wonderful friends and food lovers!
There’s nothing quite like the feeling of gathering fresh ingredients and turning them into something truly special. Here at Surry Hills Farm, we believe good food starts with good ingredients, and we’re always dreaming up new ways to bring the farm’s bounty to your table. Today, we’re thrilled to share a recipe that celebrates one of our absolute favorite creations: our creamy, dreamy Chevre Plain Cheese!
Cheesy Herb and Tomato Tart with Surry Hills Farm Chevre
Imagine a golden, flaky crust embracing a vibrant medley of sun-ripened tomatoes and fragrant herbs, all unified by the luxurious tang of our farm-fresh chevre. This Cheesy Herb and Tomato Tart is a true celebration of summer’s flavors, and it’s surprisingly simple to make. It’s perfect for a light lunch, a stunning appetizer, or even a delightful picnic treat – a little slice of farm-fresh heaven in every bite!
Ingredients You’ll Need
Gather these fresh goodies, many of which you might find right here at Surry Hills Farm or at your local farmers market!
- 1 sheet (about 9-10 oz) puff pastry, thawed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small shallot, finely minced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved (or 1-2 medium tomatoes, sliced)
- 4 oz Surry Hills Farm Chevre Plain Cheese (half of an 8oz container)
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano (or 1 tsp fresh, chopped)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash, optional)
Let’s Get Cooking! Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unroll the thawed puff pastry onto the prepared baking sheet. Using a sharp knife, gently score a border about 1/2 inch from the edge of the pastry, being careful not to cut all the way through. Prick the inner rectangle all over with a fork.
- In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced shallot, and minced garlic. Spread this mixture evenly over the pricked inner rectangle of the pastry, leaving the scored border clear.
- In another bowl, gently crumble our delicious Surry Hills Farm Chevre Plain Cheese. Add the chopped basil, chives, and oregano. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper and mix gently to combine.
- Spoon the chevre mixture over the shallot-garlic base on the pastry. Arrange the halved tomatoes evenly over the cheese.
- (Optional) For a golden crust, brush the scored pastry border with the beaten egg.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown, and the cheese is lightly melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve warm. Enjoy!
Tips & Variations for Your Tart
- Spice it Up: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the shallot-garlic mixture for a subtle kick.
- Veggie Medley: Feel free to add other thin-sliced vegetables like zucchini ribbons, bell peppers, or even asparagus spears alongside the tomatoes.
- Herb Garden Delight: Don’t be shy with your herbs! Thyme, rosemary, or even a touch of dill would be lovely additions to this tart.
Meet Our Chevre Plain Cheese
Our Chevre Plain Cheese is truly a labor of love here at Surry Hills Farm. Smooth and incredibly creamy, it’s made right here from the milk of our Nigerian Dwarf dairy goats. These lovely goats produce milk with the highest fat and protein content, giving our chevre an unmatched quality and richness, even in smaller batches. Our careful process, using high-quality cultures and a precise set and hang time, is what gives this cheese its signature smooth, creamy texture that melts in your mouth.
It’s absolutely perfect in this tart, spread on a cracker, or crumbled over a fresh salad!
We absolutely adore this Cheesy Herb and Tomato Tart, and we hope you will too! Give this recipe a try and let us know what you think. Snap a picture of your beautiful creation and share it with us on social media, tagging Surry Hills Farm – we can’t wait to see your culinary masterpieces!
