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7) Tomato-Basil Puff Pastry Napoleons

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 sheet puff pastry thawed (about 8x8 inches), chilled
  • 2 medium tomatoes very thinly sliced
  • 6 –8 fresh basil leaves thinly sliced
  • 4 oz fresh mozzarella sliced thin or torn
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp balsamic glaze optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
  2. Roll puff pastry slightly and cut into four equal squares; prick centers lightly with a fork.
  3. Brush edges with beaten egg to help them brown and puff.
  4. Arrange tomato slices on pastry, top with mozzarella and basil, drizzle olive oil, and season.
  5. Bake 12–15 minutes until pastry is golden and cheese is melted.
  6. Finish with a small drizzle of balsamic glaze if using and serve warm.