Herbed Tomato Tart

Prep time : ...25 minutes ... Total time : 1 hour 10 minutes ... Makes 6 servings

2 ...................medium tomatoes , thinly sliced ( about 1/2 pound)

1/2 ................pint assorted small tomatoes , halves

3/4 ...............teaspoon salt , didided

1 ...................(17.3 oz.) package frozen puff pastry sheets , thawed

1 ...................(6 0z.) package shredded mozzarella cheese

1 ...................(4 oz) package crumbled feta cheese

1/4 ................cup finely chopped chives

1 ....................garlic clove , minced

1/4 ................cup finely chopped assorted fresh herbs

1 ...................tablespoon olive oil

1) Preheat oven to 400*F. Place tomatoes in a single layer on paper towels ; sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt . Let stand 30 minutes . Pat dry with paper towels .

2) Meanwhile , roll 1 pastry sheet into a 14-inch square on a lightly floured surface ; place on an ungreased baking sheet . Cut 4 (12x1-inch) strips from remaining pastry sheet , place strips along outer edges of pastry square , forming a border . Reserve remaining pastry for another use .

3) Bake at 400* for 14 minutes or until pastry is browned .

4) Sprinkle pastry with mozzarella cheese and next 3 ingredients . Top with tomatoes in a single layer . Sprinkle tomatoes with herbs and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt , drizzle wiyh oil .

5) Bake at 400* for 14 to 15 minutes or until cheese melts . Serve immediately .

Tip : Herbs I use ... basil , dill , thyme and parsley , but just about any combination of herbs that pair well with tomatoes ... such as oregano and tarrogon ... would work .

Heart Healthy and good for you .