Recipe

Leek Tart With Fresh Herbes De Provence Recipe

Add Step-by-Step Photos	Dmiller64116 / All my dishes 2 years, 5 months ago This is a lovely appetizer that can be served as a main course. Make it when fresh herbs are available and use mixtures and quantities to your taste. Prep:30m Cook:25m Servings:12	Dmiller6411
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Ingredients

4 medium leeks, thinly sliced (1 1/2 cups)

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 T fresh thyme, chopped

1 T fresh rosemary, chopped

1 T fresh basil, chopped

1/2 T fresh sage, chopped

1/2 T oregano, chopped

1 t. fennel seed

1 t. lavender (optional but traditional)

1/2 cup chopped roasted red pepper

1 tablespoons Dijon-style mustard

4 ounces Gruyere cheese or Swiss cheese, shredded (1 cup)

1 unbaked piecrust

1 tablespoons milk

2 tablespoons chopped almonds or walnuts

Directions

Cook leeks and garlic in hot oil in a large skillet for 5 minutes or until tender. Remove from heat; stir in raosted pepper, mustard, and herbs. Cool slightly; stir in cheese. Set aside.

Roll one piecrust into a rough 12-inch circle. Place on baking sheet. Spoon leek mixture into the center of piecrust, leaving a 2-inch border. Fold border up over leek mixture. Brush milk onto top and sides of crust. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of the nuts. Bake in a 375 degree F oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until crust is golden. Cool 10 minutes on baking sheets. Cut tart into 12 wedges. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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Comments

invisiblechef 2 years, 5 months ago said:
This sounds amazing. I love leeks, and most of these herbs I have growing already. Beautiful picture.

notyourmomma 1 year, 10 months ago said:
This does sound amazing. Leeks are the most wonderful of the onion family. What a wonderful combination of herbs and I can't wait to try this.

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