I started this post a couple of days ago, meaning to write something about summer, and delicious strawberries, and then something happened. I’m feeling kind of adrift at the moment, and I’m not really sure what exactly I should be doing. I don’t share a ton of personal stuff on this blog and since it’s relatively new I’m still not sure where I want to draw the line — so I think I will leave things vague for now. But in any case, this post isn’t for sympathy, or for any other reason than to share this tart with you. I just can’t bring myself to write about anything else at the moment.
In any case, the strawberries I bought from the farmer’s market for this tart really were excellent, and disappeared in a matter of days. This tart is another old recipe from Gourmetmy mom always makes, since my dad is allergic to chocolate, and so reminds me of home — something I need right now. You can also use raspberries or a variety of berries, but to me, strawberries mean that June is here and I eat them as much as I can.
Strawberry Tart (adapted from Gourmet)
For crust
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 stick (1/2 cup) cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces
2 to 3 tablespoons cold water
For filling
an 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
Zest of 1 lemon
1 large egg, beaten lightly
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/4 cup seedless strawberry jam
1 tablespoon water
3 cups strawberries, sliced in half
Mmm… looks delicious!
Thanks!
The tart looks simply delicious and fresh!
Thank you! It’s one of my favorite ways to use strawberries in the summer.
the strawberries are gorgeous and your tart looks so yummy, can’t wait to try out this recipe in the summer ^^
Thanks! Hope it turns out well if you make it!
The tart looks wonderful. Hang in there.
Thanks Rita — it’s been a tough week but I’m hopeful that things will get better.
wow, delicious!
Thank you!
This really looks so easy too and refreshing for a summer day. Very nice Maren. I’v tried several of your recipes and am impressed with every one. I’d love to meet your Mom since she seems to inspire so many of your recipes.
Thanks Becky! You will definitely have to meet them sometime — I’ve been trying to convince my parents to take a trip to CA.
That looks beautiful – I’m looking forward to strawberry season even more now!
Thank you! Strawberries are my absolute favorite.
Sending good vibes your way Maren.
This looks so delicious. I’ll have to try it. Thanks for sharing!!
Thank you! Let me know if you do