Dissolve yeast in a small bowl of tepid water; whisk gently to fully incorporate the yeast. Let it stand 5-10 minutes, while the yeast softens.
Combine remaining ingredients into a large stand mixer bowl, form a well for the yeast mixture. Add the mixture and knead the dough with a dough hook until incorporated 3-5 minutes. Transfer to a lightly floured surface and knead by hand until dough is soft and elastic (5 minutes). Place dough in a oiled bowl, cover with a cloth. Allow to rise at room temperature for one hour or until dough doubles in size.
Once the dough has doubled, turn it onto a floured surface. Use a knife or dough scraper to cut dough into four equal pieces. Gently form each piece into a ball. Dust the dough with flour and cover with plastic and let rise for 20 minutes. The dough is now ready for shaping. Roll to desired thickness, top with selected toppings and bake until golden brown.
Preheat the oven to 300 F. Combine the UP extra virgin olive oil, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper in a shallow oven proof dish. Slice the tomatoes in half lengthwise, toss with the oil and seasonings, and place cut side down in the dish.
Bake for 2 1/2 hours, or until the tomatoes are completely soft and become wrinkled
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Crust
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, salt and flaxseed meal. Add the olive oil and water and mix quickly with a fork until it comes together in a ball. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
On a lightly floured board or parchment-covered surface, roll out the dough into a 1/4-inch-thick round. Gently press into a 10-inch fluted tart pan with a removable bottom. Cover the tart with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Prick all over with the tines of a fork.
Bake crust in preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes, until lightly browned. Cool before filling.
Quiche Filling
Preheat the oven to 400. Saute the shallots until until lightly browned. Add the garlic and saute another minute. Combine the shallots, garlic, and basil with the beaten eggs. Season the egg mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle 1 cup of Fontina cheese over the bottom of the crust. Arrange the oven roasted tomatoes over the cheese. Add the remaining cheese, including Romano over the tomatoes. Pour the egg shallot mixture over the top. Bake in the oven for 25 minutes or until the filling is set, slightly puffed and golden brown. Enjoy warm, or allow to cool to room temperature. It can be made a day in advance or may be frozen and re-warmed.
Recipe Notes
The following products are available at The Olive Twist, Inc and on-line stores.
