Leek Tart

Leek tart - a delicious and comforting recipe

Preparation time: 30 minutes
Baking time: 40 minutes
Total time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
Number of servings: 6

Looking for a simple and quick recipe for a tasty lunch or dinner? Leek tart is the perfect choice! This dish combines the crunchy texture of the dough with the flavorful filling of leeks and bacon. An ideal option to impress guests or to treat yourself and your family. Here’s how to prepare it step by step.

Ingredients for the dough:
- 250 g flour
- 125 g cold butter, diced
- 1 egg
- 1 pinch of salt
- 2-3 tablespoons of cold water

Ingredients for the filling:
- 200 g smoked bacon, diced
- 2-3 leeks, cleaned and sliced
- 3 eggs
- 200 ml sour cream
- 100 g grated cheese (preferably cottage cheese or parmesan)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for frying

Preparing the dough:
1. Start by preparing the dough. Add the flour, cold butter, and salt to the food processor. Mix until you achieve a texture similar to wet sand.
2. Add the egg and one tablespoon of cold water at a time, mixing until the dough starts to come together. Do not overmix to avoid a heavy dough.
3. Once the dough is elastic, shape it into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 20 minutes.

Preparing the filling:
1. In a frying pan, heat a little olive oil and add the bacon. Fry for 3-4 minutes until crispy.
2. Add the sliced leeks and cook them with the bacon for about 5-7 minutes until soft. Season with a little salt and pepper.

Assembling the tart:
1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius.
2. Roll out the dough on a floured surface, forming a thin sheet. Place it in a tart pan, trimming the excess dough from the edges.
3. In a bowl, beat the eggs with the sour cream and grated cheese. Add the leek and bacon mixture, mixing well.
4. Pour the filling over the dough in the pan, leveling it evenly.

Baking:
1. Bake the tart in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until the top is golden and the filling has set.
2. Let the tart cool slightly before slicing and serving. It’s delicious both warm and cold!

Serving suggestion:
For an extra flavor boost, serve the tart with a fresh green salad drizzled with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. This combination will perfectly balance the rich taste of the filling.

Possible variations:
If you want to try a vegetarian version, replace the bacon with mushrooms or marinated tofu. You can also add herbs like dill or thyme for extra flavor.

This leek tart is a versatile recipe, perfect for any occasion. With each slice, you'll discover a combination of flavors that will delight your taste buds. Prepare it and enjoy a delicious, healthy dish full of personality!

 Ingredients: Dough: 300 g flour, 1/2 packet baking powder, 300 g potatoes (mashed), 80 g margarine, 1 egg. Filling: 3 pieces of leek (white part), smoked bacon cut into cubes (about a handful), cheese cut into cubes (a handful), grated cheese for sprinkling over the tart, Royale: 4 beaten eggs with a few tablespoons of liquid cream and 250 g sour cream.