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Leek Cheese Tart
Makes 1 9” Tart
2 tbsp butter or olive oil
3 leeks, trimmed, washed well, dried, and slice into ½” half circles
kosher salt, freshly ground pepper, and red pepper flakes
1 cup / 8 oz softened chèvre (fresh goats milk cheese) can be substituted with boursin, fresh sheep’s milk cheese, feta, brie, blue, teleggio, or other semi soft or crumbly cheeses
½ cup crème fraiche, sour cream, or whole milk ricotta
¼ cup heavy cream or half and half
2 eggs, whisked
please note optional additions:
1 garlic clove, minced or grated
1 - 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, chopped
½ lemon, for zest
1 9” blind baked tart shell
1. Preheat oven to 350F.
2. Place a wide skillet over medium heat and add butter or oil. Add leeks and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook until softened and aromatic, about 5 – 7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in any optional ingredients for 30 – 60 seconds of cooking. Remove from heat; taste and adjust seasoning. Transfer leeks to plate and place in refrigerator or freezer for a few minutes to cool.
3. In a small mixing bowl, mash chevre until softened and easy to mix. Add crème fraiche, heavy cream, and whisked eggs; season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir until well combined, then fold in leeks.
4. Place tart shell (in its pan) over a baking tray. Transfer leek and cheese mixture to tart shell and spread evenly. Place tart and baking tray in preheated oven. Cook until 30 – 40 minutes until just set in center. Allow to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
