Flamiche
Discover this authentic French Flamiche recipe — a satisfying weeknight dish that's an impressive dish that showcases your cooking skills. Made with butter, leek, salt and 10 more fresh ingredients, this recipe guides you through 4 detailed steps to create a truly memorable meal. Ready in about 40 minutes from start to finish. Whether you're cooking for family, friends, or a special occasion, this french classic is sure to impress.
20
Prep Time (min)
30
Cook Time (min)
4
servings
330
Calories/serving
Hard
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 75 g Butter
- 1 kg Leek
- ½ tsp Salt
- 300 ml Creme Fraiche
- 1 Egg
- 3 Egg Yolks
- ¼ teaspoon Nutmeg
- 225 g Plain Flour
- ½ tsp Salt
- 60 g Butter
- 60 g Lard
- 50 g Cheddar Cheese
- 2 tbs Water
Instructions
4 steps · ~66 minutes total
Step 1
For the pastry, sift the flour and salt into the bowl of a food processor, add the butter and lard, then whizz together briefly until the mixture looks like fine breadcrumbs. Tip the mixture into a bowl, then stir in the cheese and enough of the water for the mixture to come together. Tip out onto a lightly floured surface and knead briefly until smooth. Roll out thinly and line a 23cm x 4cm loose-?bottomed fluted flan tin. Prick the base with a fork. Chill for 20 minutes.
8 minutesTaste as you go and adjust seasoning gradually — you can always add more but can't take it away.Step 2
Melt the 75g butter in a saucepan over a low heat, then add the leeks and the salt. Cover and cook for ?10 minutes until soft. Uncover the pan, increase the heat and cook ?for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has evaporated. Spoon onto a plate and leave to cool.
8 minutesTaste as you go and adjust seasoning gradually — you can always add more but can't take it away.Step 3
Preheat the oven to 200°C/fan180°C/gas 6. Line the pastry case with baking paper and baking beans or rice and blind bake for 15-20 minutes until the edges are biscuit-coloured. Remove the paper and beans/rice and return the case to the oven for 7-10 minutes until the base is crisp and lightly golden. Remove and set aside. Reduce the oven temperature to 190°C/fan170°C/gas 5.
25 minutesAlways preheat your oven fully before baking for even cooking.Step 4
Put the crème fraîche into a bowl with the whole egg, egg yolks and nutmeg. Lightly beat together, then season. Stir in the leeks. Spoon ?the mixture into the tart case and bake for 35-40 minutes until set ?and lightly golden. Remove from ?the oven and leave for 10 minutes. Take out of the tin and serve.
25 minutesAlways preheat your oven fully before baking for even cooking.
💡 Tips & Tricks
🔄 Variations
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your french meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Flamiche is a beloved dish from French cuisine, originating in France. With a total preparation time of about 50 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
French cuisine is considered one of the world's finest culinary traditions. Known for its refinement and attention to detail, it has influenced cooking around the globe for centuries.
This recipe is rated hard difficulty and uses 13 ingredients. Experienced cooks will appreciate the technique involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
Flamiche is a traditional French dish, often hailing from the Picardy region, featuring a savory tart made with a flaky pastry crust filled with a creamy mixture of leeks, cheese, and eggs.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
