Easy Pesto Cheese Pea Tart
This easy pesto cheese pea tart is the perfect appetizer or light meal. It's made with a simple pastry crust, filled with a creamy pesto cheese filling, and topped with fresh peas. The tart is easy to make and can be customized to your liking.
Ingredients
* 1 (9-inch) unbaked pie crust
* 1/2 cup pesto
* 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
* 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
* 1 egg
* 1/4 cup fresh peas
* Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine the pesto, Parmesan cheese, ricotta cheese, and egg. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Pour the filling into the pie crust.
4. Top with the fresh peas.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
6. Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Tips
* For a creamier filling, use more ricotta cheese.
* For a more flavorful filling, use a pesto made with fresh basil.
* If you don't have fresh peas, you can use frozen peas. Just thaw them before using.
* This tart can be served warm or cold.
Variations
* Add other vegetables to the filling, such as chopped sun-dried tomatoes, roasted red peppers, or artichoke hearts.
* Top the tart with a sprinkling of grated Parmesan cheese before baking.
* Serve the tart with a side of crusty bread or a green salad.