Apples and cheese seemed destined for each other, with their delicious contrast of sweet and salty. This combination helped Chef Selina Progar, whose fascination with all things Martha ignited in childhood, dream up a Martha Stewart-Inspired Apple Crostata with Cheddar Cheese Crust. Her recipe is adapted from Martha Stewart’s Cheddar-Crusted Apple Pie.
The Martha and Chef Selina combine Granny Smith apples and cheddar cheese to make the perfect balance of sweet and savory adapts perfectly to crostata form, and is easier to make. The crostata lets the apples take center stage while a hint of sharp cheddar lingers. What could be better than serving this recipe up for an Italian picnic once spring starts to bloom?
What is a Crostata?
Much like a tart, this freeform Italian recipe leaves an open face to showcase the filling while still wrapping around the edges. The crostata was developed during an era when savory pies were all the rage in the pre-Christian era. However, you can always use a fruity or sweet filling if you choose. The best part about a crostata is you can make it without using a pie dish, just simply use a sheet pan instead. The product is a unique, rustic, crunchy treat with a warm filling.
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Recipe by Selina Progar
Photography by Dave Bryce
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