Leek, cheese & bacon tart

Health score
13%
Leek, cheese & bacon tart
35 min.
4
909kcal

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If you're looking for a dish that combines comfort and elegance, this Leek, Cheese & Bacon Tart is sure to impress. With its flaky, golden puff pastry and a rich filling of leeks, creamy soft cheese, and smoky bacon, this tart brings together a delightful medley of flavors and textures. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends, it's a versatile recipe that showcases seasonal ingredients while adding a touch of sophistication to your meal.

The preparation is wonderfully simple, taking just 35 minutes from start to finish. Imagine the aroma of sautéed leeks merging with the salty crispness of bacon as they mingle in the oven, creating an irresistible dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds. The addition of grated Emmental cheese adds a nutty depth that perfectly complements the other ingredients, making every bite a savory treat.

This tart is not just easy to make, but it also allows for creativity; feel free to experiment with different cheeses or add a handful of fresh herbs for an extra flavor boost. Whether served warm or at room temperature, it's perfect for any occasion. Treat yourself and your loved ones to an unforgettable culinary experience with this delightful Leek, Cheese & Bacon Tart!

Ingredients

  • tbsp olive oil 
  •  leeks thinly sliced
  • 375 pack ready-rolled puff pastry 
  • 150 pack cheese with garlic and herbs soft
  •  rashers streaky bacon snipped
  • 100 emmental grated

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas
  2. Heat the oil in a frying pan, then gently fry the leeks until soft, about 5 mins. Cool. Unroll the pastry onto a baking sheet.
  3. Spread the soft cheese over the pastry to within 3cm of the edges. Scatter over the leeks, bacon and grated emmental.
  4. Flip the edges of the pastry over the filling.
  5. Bake for 20 mins until golden.

Nutrition Facts

Calories909kcal
Protein8.59%
Fat67.61%
Carbs23.8%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.5
Glycemic Load
26.19
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
21.376956434354%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
1.78mg
Myricetin
0.15mg
Quercetin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:909.46kcal
45.47%
Fat:68.8g
105.85%
Saturated Fat:24.6g
153.75%
Carbohydrates:54.47g
18.16%
Net Carbohydrates:51.86g
18.86%
Sugar:4.71g
5.23%
Cholesterol:75.64mg
25.22%
Sodium:556.5mg
24.2%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:19.68g
39.36%
Selenium:38.53µg
55.04%
Vitamin K:49.71µg
47.34%
Manganese:0.79mg
39.32%
Vitamin A:1832.93IU
36.66%
Vitamin B1:0.49mg
32.35%
Calcium:308.77mg
30.88%
Folate:121.47µg
30.37%
Phosphorus:294.92mg
29.49%
Vitamin B2:0.47mg
27.36%
Vitamin B3:5.11mg
25.54%
Iron:3.99mg
22.14%
Vitamin B12:0.95µg
15.79%
Vitamin E:2.19mg
14.61%
Zinc:2.12mg
14.11%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.61%
Magnesium:47.96mg
11.99%
Copper:0.21mg
10.74%
Fiber:2.61g
10.43%
Vitamin C:8.01mg
9.71%
Potassium:288.18mg
8.23%
Vitamin B5:0.54mg
5.37%