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This heirloom tomato tart recipe is super-easy thanks to store-bought pie dough

Summer may be winding down but there are still plenty of gorgeous tomatoes at farmers markets around the country. Use 'em in this easy tart.
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In late summer and early fall, beautifully ugly heirloom tomatoes are at their best. It’s fun picking out the gnarliest, knobbiest specimens to sample — the more misshapen, the better! Mix a variety of colors and sizes to create this lovely tart that will wow your guests. It’s surprisingly easy to make, especially if you start with a store-bought crust.

How to shop for and cook with tomatoes, plus an easy tomato pasta recipe

Heirloom Tomato Tart reipe
Maggie Shi

Because this tart is so simple, it’s important to use high-quality ingredients, so buy the freshest ricotta you can find and grate your own Parmesan if you can. Then hit your local farmers market, farm stand — or your own garden — for the tomatoes and basil to complete the pretty picture.

Another great late-summer recipe: Martha Stewart's tomato and zucchini tart

Heirloom Tomato Tart ingredients
Maggie Shi

Maggie Shi is a writer and editor who lives in New York City. She has written for RealSimple.com, iVillage, FoodNetwork.com and Epicurious. Find her on Twitter and Instagram @maggshi.