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Swiss Chard Tart with Leeks and Pecorino

Delicious Swiss Chard Tart with Leeks and Pecorino Recipe

This Swiss Chard Tart with Leeks and Pecorino is a flavorful, creamy dish perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons ice water more if needed
Filling
  • 1 bunch Swiss chard washed and chopped
  • 2 medium leeks sliced
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup Pecorino cheese grated
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg freshly grated
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Tart Pan
  • Skillet
  • whisk
  • rolling pin

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and butter. Mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add ice water gradually until the dough forms.
  3. Roll out the dough and press it into a tart pan. Trim the edges and poke holes in the bottom with a fork.
  4. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced leeks and sauté until soft.
  5. Add the chopped Swiss chard to the skillet and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  6. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, Pecorino cheese, black pepper, and nutmeg.
  7. Add the sautéed leeks and Swiss chard mixture to the egg mixture and stir to combine.
  8. Pour the filling into the prepared tart shell and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the filling is set and the top is golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 22g

Notes

Feel free to experiment with other greens like spinach or kale. You can also try various cheeses to cater to your taste preferences.

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