Bacon and leek tart recipe

Bacon and Leek Tart recipe

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Recipe intro

The Bacon and Leek Tart recipe is a savory delight that combines the smoky goodness of bacon with the delicate flavors of leeks. This easy-to-follow recipe yields a golden, flaky crust filled with a creamy mixture of eggs, cheese, bacon, and saut�ed leeks. With its perfect balance of textures and flavors, this tart is ideal for brunches, picnics, or as a light dinner option.

Keywords: bacon, leek, tart, savory, creamy.

Bacon and leek tart recipe details

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Ingredients

150 g	curd cheese
	salt and freshly ground black pepper
150 g	butter
150 g	flour
200 g	bacon, diced
2	onions, chopped
125 g	leek, sliced
4 tbsp	oil
	nutmeg
125 g	sour cream
2	eggs
2 tbsp	breadcrumbs
50 g	freshly grated Cheddar cheese

Instructions

In a bowl, combine the curd cheese with butter, flour and a good pinch of salt. Knead until the pastry is smooth and pliable. Wrap with cling film and allow to cool for ˝ an hour.

Roast the bacon in a pan until crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside. Heat the oil and sauté the onions and the leek until lucent. Season with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Return the bacon, take from heat and stir in the cream and the eggs.

Roll out the pastry. Sprinkle a buttered tart form with flour and line the form with the pastry. Prick the bottom with a fork for several times and sprinkle with breadcrumbs. Preheat the oven to 175°C. Divide the bacon mixture on the pastry and sprinkle with the cheese. Bake for 45-50 minutes.

Preparation time:
ca. 20 min
Cooking / Baking Time:
ca. 50 min
Resting time:
ca. 30 min
Grade of difficulty:
easy
Calories per portion:
n/a