Flamiche
A flaky pastry crust filled with a rich, creamy leek and bacon mixture, this Flamiche is perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner served alongside a green salad or roasted vegetables.
Servings 8
Calories 494kcal
Ingredients
- 150 grams / 5.3 ounces bacon 4 rashers
- 800 grams / 3 medium-large leeks finely sliced and ends removed
- 30 grams / 2 tablespoons butter
- 224 grams / 1 cup creme fraiche
- 165 grams / 3 large eggs room temperature
- 320 grams / 11.3 ounces puff pastry
- 22 grams / ¼ cup parmesan grated
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 220C/430F.
- Place the bacon and 5 grams / 1 teaspoon of butter in a large frying pan on low-medium heat. Flip to cook until golden on both sides, approximately 5 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and add in the remaining butter and all the leeks, stirring until soft and only lightly golden, approximately 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, chop or tear the bacon into small pieces and return to the pan, stirring to cook together for a further 2 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and either toss into a bowl or stir the creme fraiche into your mixture in the pan until fully coated.
- Set aside to cool.
- Meanwhile, roll the puff pastry out and press into your tart dish firmly and trim the edges.
- Whisk 1 egg into a small bowl and add to the leek mixture, stirring to fully combine.
- Repeat by adding each egg until smooth.
- Pour into your pastry and smooth out.
- Top with the grated parmesan and bake until golden, approximately 35 minutes.
- Remove and allow to cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Dig in and enjoy!
Notes
- Puff pastry: Traditionally this is made with either a Pâte Brisée or shortcrust type pastry, though it can also be substituted with puff pastry as seen in this recipe. The best option is store bought to make life easier!
- Creme Fraiche: Because this is made in a variety of ways, there are recipes that use a mixture of milk and cream or simply one of these two or creme fraiche which lends itself perfectly to this savory dish. The creme fraiche also helps set this perfectly thanks to its thicker texture.
- Parmesan: Salty Parmesan takes this dish to the next level, unless you are lactose intolerant, it’s best not to omit here. You could replace with Asiago or Manchego cheeses.
- Tart or baking dish: A medium tart or baking dish will accommodate the pastry and filling perfectly. The dish used here is 25 cm or 10 inches.
- Serve with: A green salad, roasted vegetables, or a light soup for a balanced meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 494kcal