Tarte aux Poireaux

Tarte aux Poireaux is a savory French leek tart that combines the delicate flavors of sautéed leeks with a creamy custard filling, all encased in a buttery pastry. This delightful dish is perfect for a light lunch or a sophisticated brunch.

Ingredients

• Shortcrust pastry - 200 grams
• Leeks - 2 medium, cleaned and sliced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Eggs - 2 large
• Heavy cream - 150 milliliters
• Milk - 50 milliliters
• Gruyère cheese - 100 grams, grated
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Nutmeg - a pinch

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Roll out the shortcrust pastry and line a 20 cm tart pan, trimming any excess pastry from the edges.
3. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the sliced leeks until soft and translucent, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, milk, grated Gruyère cheese, nutmeg, and additional salt and pepper to taste.
5. Spread the sautéed leeks evenly over the pastry base.
6. Pour the egg and cream mixture over the leeks, ensuring they are well covered.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the filling is set and the top is lightly golden.
8. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Leeks are rich in antioxidants and can help reduce inflammation.
• This dish provides a good source of calcium and protein from the cheese and eggs.

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