Make a Savoury Leek Tart from Provence

French cuisine is known for its delicate pastries and desserts. However, light, flaky pastry also complements a savoury tart perfectly! This recipe is similar to a classic French quiche. Serve this tart warm or at room temperature. Make Rose’s leek tart for lunch and serve with a green salad, or take it along on a summer picnic.

Savoury Leek Tart

Savoury tarts are a great way to enjoy some wonderful comfort food. This flaky, creamy tart is a great way to impress a loved one or enjoy it all to yourself!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Course Lunch Dish

Cuisine French

Servings 4 people

Ingredients

 

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• 1 shortcrust pastry
• 6 eggs fresh
• 2 cups whole cream the equivalent of 2 briquettes ⁠in France
• 11 oz smoked bacon optional, if you are a vegetarian
• 3 leeks according to their size, you may need to add cream if the top of the preparation is not completely covered ⁠
• 5 oz Emmental grated
• salt and pepper to taste
• nutmeg to taste
• fresh parsley for garnish ⁠

Instructions

 

• ⁠First, prick the dough with a fork and put it in the oven for a few minutes at 180°C (350°F), just long enough for it to harden and brown a little with the heat (this will make it crispier on the bottom). ⁠
• Cut the leeks into small pieces, clean properly to remove any dirt, and then set aside.
• Brown the bacon in a pan and set aside as well, making sure to drain them beforehand. ⁠
• In a bowl, using a whisk, combine the cream, eggs, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. ⁠
• Place the leeks, bacon and grated Emmental cheese on the pre-cooked dough, then pour the preparation. ⁠
• Bake for 25-30 minutes at 200°C (400°F). ⁠
• Decorate the tart with the leaves of fresh parsley if you wish. ⁠
• It will be eaten very easily with a salad with a light olive oil dressing. Bon appétit! ⁠

Notes

Sparkling, dreamy, sensitive, Rose has enjoyed travelling through Provence since she moved there (a few years ago), her eyes filled with wonder, with her little dog Roy-Marius.

This young business manager passionate about charming real estate, history & the art of living in Provence divides time between her daily discoveries and the property entrusted to her.

 

Don't be surprised if… From Sainte-Victoire to Luberon, you cross her on her bike, crisscrossing the small roads in the middle of lavender fields… strolling, basket in hand, on the local markets… or sitting on a terrace, sipping a fresh rosé from Provence. Follow Rose on her travels around the region on Les P'tits Bonheurs de Rose.

Keyword Leeks, Tartes, Tarts

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