HARVEST VEGETABLE TART

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When diners lay eyes on Ruth Lee's lightened-up veggie tart, oohs of approval start circling her table in Troy, Ontario. "I've been serving it for 30 years, and its robust taste and aroma always get a warm reception."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Side Dishes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 22

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup whole wheat flour
1/4 cup cornmeal
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup cold butter, cubed
3 to 4 tablespoons cold water
FILLING:
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
5 slices peeled eggplant (3-1/2 inches x 1/4 inch)
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 small tomato, cut into 1/4-inch slices
3 green pepper rings
3 sweet red pepper rings
1/2 cup frozen corn
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2/3 cup fat-free evaporated milk
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Cut in butter until crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. , Roll out pastry to fit a 9-in. tart pan with removable bottom. Transfer pastry to pan; trim even with edge of pan. Line unpricked pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 450° for 8 minutes. Remove foil; bake 5 minutes longer. , In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook onions and garlic in oil for 2 minutes. Add eggplant; cook for 4-5 minutes or until softened. Cool for 5 minutes. Spoon into crust. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese. Top with tomato slices and pepper rings. Sprinkle with corn. , In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, salt and pepper; pour over vegetables. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 691mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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