Belgian Leek Tart with Aged Goat Cheese (Flamiche Aux Poireaux)

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Belgian Leek Tart with Aged Goat Cheese (Flamiche Aux Poireaux)
45 min.
8
300kcal

Suggestions


Indulge in the exquisite flavors of a Belgian classic with our Belgian Leek Tart, known as Flamiche Aux Poireaux. This vegetarian delight brings together the subtle sweetness of leeks and the rich creaminess of aged goat cheese, making it a perfect centerpiece for any gathering. Whether you serve it warm or at room temperature, it’s guaranteed to impress your guests and elevate your dining experience.

The tart features a buttery, flaky crust that serves as the perfect vessel for the velvety filling, crafted from fresh ingredients and bursting with flavor. This dish is not only visually appealing but also surprisingly simple to make, taking just 45 minutes from start to finish. The combination of heavy cream and eggs creates a luscious custard that pairs beautifully with the leeks and goat cheese, resulting in a harmonious balance of textures and tastes.

With its rich history and delightful flavors, this Belgian Leek Tart is ideal for brunch, lunch, or as a light dinner paired with a fresh salad. Treat yourself and your loved ones to a slice of this culinary gem, and bring a taste of Belgium to your table. Ideal for both novice and experienced cooks, this recipe will surely become a favorite in your kitchen. So roll up your sleeves and get ready to embark on a delicious adventure!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 teaspoon apple cider vinegar 
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted chilled (1 stick)
  • large eggs 
  • large egg yolk 
  • 0.5 cup goat cheese crumbled trimmed (such as Bûcheron)
  • 0.5 cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  • tablespoons water ()
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 1.5 cups unbleached all purpose flour 
  • 0.5 cup milk whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Combine 4 tablespoonsice water and cider vinegar insmall bowl. Blend flour and saltin processor.
  2. Add butter andcut in using on/off turns untilmixture resembles coarse meal.With machine running, slowlyadd water-vinegar mixture,processing until moist clumpsform. If dough seems dry, addice water by teaspoonfuls.
  3. Gather dough into ball;flatten into disk. Wrap in plasticand refrigerate at least 2 hours.DO AHEAD: Can be made 3 daysahead. Keep refrigerated. Allowdough to soften slightly at roomtemperature before rolling out.
  4. Position rack in center ofoven and preheat to 375°F.
  5. Rolldough out on lightly flouredwork surface to 12-inch round.
  6. Transfer to 9-inch-diameter tartpan with removable bottom.Press dough onto bottom andup sides. Fold in overhang andpress to extend dough 1/2 inchabove sides of pan. Line panwith foil and dried beans or pieweights.
  7. Bake until dough looksdry and set, about 30 minutes.
  8. Remove foil and beans andcontinue to bake until crust ispale golden, 20 to 25 minuteslonger.
  9. Remove from oven andcool while preparing filling.
  10. Whisk milk,cream, egg, egg yolk, and saltin medium bowl to blend.
  11. Sprinkle 1/4 cup cheese overbottom of warm crust; spreadleek confit over and sprinklewith remaining cheese.
  12. Pourmilk mixture over.
  13. Bake untilfilling has puffed, is golden inspots, and center looks set,35 to 40 minutes.
  14. Transferto rack; cool slightly.
  15. Removepan sides.
  16. Serve warm or atroom temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories300kcal
Protein9.59%
Fat64.97%
Carbs25.44%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16
Glycemic Load
0.28
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
7.0008695378252%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:300.1kcal
15%
Fat:21.74g
33.45%
Saturated Fat:13.5g
84.37%
Carbohydrates:19.15g
6.38%
Net Carbohydrates:18.52g
6.73%
Sugar:1.4g
1.56%
Cholesterol:101.87mg
33.96%
Sodium:236.68mg
10.29%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.22g
14.43%
Selenium:12.33µg
17.61%
Vitamin A:809.33IU
16.19%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.49%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
14.16%
Folate:51.65µg
12.91%
Phosphorus:109.77mg
10.98%
Manganese:0.18mg
8.95%
Iron:1.54mg
8.58%
Vitamin B3:1.48mg
7.41%
Copper:0.15mg
7.34%
Calcium:61.9mg
6.19%
Vitamin B5:0.47mg
4.69%
Vitamin D:0.7µg
4.68%
Vitamin E:0.67mg
4.49%
Vitamin B12:0.25µg
4.24%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.94%
Zinc:0.54mg
3.57%
Magnesium:11.54mg
2.88%
Fiber:0.63g
2.53%
Potassium:80.48mg
2.3%
Vitamin K:1.87µg
1.78%
Source:Epicurious