Bite-Size Tomato And Mozzarella Tarts - cooking recipe

Ingredients
    flour, for work surface
    1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed (from a 17.3 ounce box)
    1 1/2 tablespoons parmigiano-reggiano cheese, shredded
    1 large plum tomato, thinly sliced (about 8-9 slices)
    3 ounces salted fresh mozzarella cheese, very thinly sliced (8-9 slices)
    1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
Preparation
    Heat oven to 400 degrees; line a baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside.
    On a lightly floured surface, unfold pastry.
    Using a 3-inch biscuit cutter, cut out 8-9 rounds and transfer to prepared baking sheet, placing 1 inch apart.
    Using a fork, prick each round in several places.
    Bake 5 minutes.
    Sprinkle each round with about 1/2 t Parmigiano-Reggiano, then cover with 1 tomato slice; season with salt and pepper.
    Top each with 1 mozzarella slice.
    Bake until pastry is puffed and golden, 12-14 minutes.
    Sprinkle each tart with basil and serve warm.

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