Leek and Ham Quiche
Enjoy a timeless French favorite with this leek and ham quiche. The gentle sweetness of leeks pairs beautifully with the savory taste of ham, creating a comforting dish suited for quick lunches or relaxed weekend brunches. Easy to whip up and packed with flavor, it’s sure to become a go-to recipe for any home cook looking for a satisfying meal.
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Servings 6
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Level Débutant
Ingredients
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Preparation steps
Prepare the shortcrust pastry
Prepare the leeks
Prepare the quiche filling
Assembly and baking
- Baking information
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Temperature180°C
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Heat rotary
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Baking time 35 min
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Leek and Ham Quiche
Enjoy a timeless French favorite with this leek and ham quiche. The gentle sweetness of leeks pairs beautifully with the savory taste of ham, creating a comforting dish suited for quick lunches or relaxed weekend brunches. Easy to whip up and packed with flavor, it’s sure to become a go-to recipe for any home cook looking for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- Easy and delicious shortcrust pastry : 1
- Leek (Minced) : 1
- Black Forest Ham : 90 grams
- Gruyere (Grated) : 125 grams
- Eggs : 2
- 18% cream : 100 milliliters
- Salt : To Taste
- Pepper : To Taste
- Nutmeg (Powder) : 1 pincée
- Olive oil : 2 cuillères à soupe
Preparation steps
Prepare the shortcrust pastry
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Prepare the shortcrust pastry and pre-bake it for 10 minutes following the instructions from the recipe above.
Prepare the leeks
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Wash and finely slice the leek.
In a pan, sauté the leek in a drizzle of oil or butter over low heat for 8 to 10 minutes, until tender.
Lightly salt, pepper, then let cool slightly.
Prepare the quiche filling
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In a bowl, beat the eggs with the cream.
Season with a pinch of salt, pepper, and a little nutmeg.
Assembly and baking
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Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F).
Line a tart pan with the pastry. Prick the base with a fork.
Spread the cooked leek, ham, then grated cheese.
Pour the egg-cream mixture over the filling.
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until the top is nicely golden.
Let rest for 10 to 15 minutes before serving so the quiche sets properly. - Temperature: 180°C
- Heat: rotary
- Baking time: 35 min