Tomato And Mozzarella Fondue Food

TOMATO FONDUE

Steps:

• Cook the minced shallots or scallions in butter, in a small frying pan or saucepan, for a minute or 2 without browning. Then add the tomato and cook over moderately high heat for several minutes until juices have exuded and tomato pulp has thickened enough to hold its shape lightly in a spoon. Season carefully to taste. Just before serving, fold in the herbs.

MOZZARELLA FONDUTA

Steps:

• In a small saucepan, bring the tomato-basil sauce and red pepper flakes to a simmer over medium heat. Cook uncovered until thick, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the basil.
• Preheat the broiler.
• Place six 5-ounce ramekins on a baking sheet. Divide the sauce equally among the ramekins. Divide the prosciutto among the ramekins. Place the slices of mozzarella between 3 paper towels to absorb any excess moisture. Place the slices of mozzarella on top of the prosciutto. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle the Gruyere on top.
• Broil until the cheese is melted and golden brown, 5 to 8 minutes. Serve with grilled bread.

TOMATO CHEESE FONDUE

Steps:

• Simmer the tomato juice, lemon and soup mix for about 10 minutes, stirring often.
• Add the shredded cheese one handful at a time, melting between each handful.
• When it is all melted you are done.
• We always use bread but you could use veggies or meat.
• It can be a bit salty so I think that is why bread works best.
• Also if you use a brand name onion soup mix I think its less likely to be too salty.

TOMATO FONDUE-A GARNISH

Steps:

• Sauté 2 tablespoons minced shallots or scallions in 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter, and when tender bring to the boil with 1/4 cup each of chicken stock and dry white French vermouth. When syrupy, blend in 2 cups fresh tomato pulp (see box above), a clove of minced garlic, and a good pinch of tarragon or basil. Simmer 2 to 3 minutes to cook the tomatoes, then correct seasoning and fold in minced parsley.

TOMATO AND MOZZARELLA TART

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
• Lay the tomatoes out on a paper towel and sprinkle with a few pinches kosher salt so that some moisture drains out of them.
• Line a baking sheet with parchment and place the round of pie dough on top (if using homemade dough, roll it out into a round that is 11- to 12-inches in diameter).
• Brush the edges of the dough with the egg wash, then sprinkle with the mozzarella, garlic and fresh basil. Top with the tomatoes. Fold over the edges and pleat. Brush the outside edges with the egg wash and sprinkle with flaky salt and pepper.
• Bake the galette until the edges are golden brown, 35 to 45 minutes. Finish with more basil and enjoy!