Kaas en Prei Taart
A savory tart featuring a flaky pastry crust filled with tender leeks and a blend of melted cheeses, often including Gouda. This tart is a delightful appetizer or a light main course.
🧂 Ingredients
- 375 g Puff pastry(ready-rolled)
- 3 medium Leeks(white and light green parts, thinly sliced and washed)
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 150 g Gouda cheese(grated)
- 100 g Cheddar cheese(grated)
- 2 large Eggs
- 150 ml Heavy cream
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 0.125 tsp Nutmeg(freshly grated (optional))
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Unroll the puff pastry and place it on the prepared baking sheet. Score a border about 2cm from the edge all around, being careful not to cut all the way through. Prick the inside area all over with a fork.
- 3
In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced leeks and cook gently until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Do not let them brown.
- 4
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg (if using).
- 5
Scatter half of the grated cheeses over the puff pastry inside the scored border. Top with the softened leeks, then scatter the remaining cheeses over the leeks.
- 6
Pour the egg and cream mixture evenly over the cheese and leeks.
- 7
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed, and the filling is set.
- 8
Let the tart cool slightly before slicing and serving.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Ensure leeks are thoroughly washed to remove any grit.
- ✓For a crispier crust, blind bake the pastry for 10 minutes before adding the filling.
- ✓Use a mix of your favorite melting cheeses for the best flavor.
🔄 Variations
- Add cooked bacon or ham to the filling.
- Incorporate other vegetables like mushrooms or spinach.
- Use a shortcrust pastry instead of puff pastry for a denser base.