Leek, Brie, and Watercress Quiche
This savoury tart, with a rich & luxurious filling encased in a famous golden puff pastry crust by Pidy, will be the hit of any party. Simple, yet delicious!
Ingredients:
For the pastry:
- Piddy neutral pastry cases
For the filling:
-
- 25g Butter
- 2 medium leeks, cleaned and sliced thinly
- 100g brie cheese, cut into small cubes
- 1/2 cup watercress, roughly chopped
- 3 large eggs
- 240ml double cream
- Salt and pepper
- A pinch of grated nutmeg
Method:
- Preheat the oven to 150’c
- Prepare the filling -heat the butter and add the sliced leeks and cook for about 5-7 minutes until softened Let them cool for a few minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, cream, a pinch of salt, pepper, and nutmeg Stir in the cooked leeks, brie cubes, and chopped watercress
- Assemble the quiche – pour the filling into the pre-baked pastry shell. Spread it out evenly, making sure the brie is well-distributed
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the quiche is set and lightly golden on top
- Allow the quiche to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature
I garnished with a blanched julienne of leek micro watercress and red vein sorrel.