Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
| 🥖 1 Shortcrust pastry | 🧀 100 g of grated cheese |
| 🌿 3 Leeks | 🥓 150 g of bacon |
| 🥛 25 cl of fresh cream | 🥄 Salt |
| 🌶️ Pepper | 🥄 25 cl of milk |
| 🥚 3 Eggs |
Utensils
| 🧑🍳 Frying pan | 🥣 Mixing bowl |
| 🍴 Wooden spoon | 🔪 Knife |
| 🧀 Cheese grater | 📏 Measuring cup |
| 🥧 Pie dish | 🥄 Spatula |
| ⏳ Timer | 🧊 Chopping board |
Preparation step by step
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 45 minutes
Total time: 1 hour 5 minutes
STEP 1:
Start by preheating your oven to 180°C (th.6). This will allow for an even cooking of the pie.
STEP 2:
In a frying pan, heat a splash of olive oil over medium-high heat and add the chopped shallot.
STEP 3:
Add the sliced leeks and bacon, then sauté everything for 5 to 6 minutes.
STEP 4:
Add a bit of salt and pepper to taste to season the mixture in the frying pan.
STEP 5:
Roll out the shortcrust pastry in a pie dish and prick the bottom with a fork to prevent bubbles.
STEP 6:
Evenly distribute the mixture of leeks and bacon over the prepared pie crust.
STEP 7:
In a bowl, whisk the fresh cream with eggs, milk, and grated cheese, then pour over the filling.
STEP 8:
Place your pie in the oven and bake for 45 minutes or until it is nicely golden brown.
STEP 9:
Once cooked, remove the pie from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
The leek and bacon pie is a recipe that combines simplicity and flavor. In just a few easy steps, you can prepare a comforting dish that will delight your guests. The cooking of the leeks and bacon brings a richness of taste that pairs perfectly with the creamy texture of the fresh cream.
This dish is ideal for family or friendly meals. Its short preparation time and quick cooking make it an accessible option for all cooks, even those who are beginners. With its simple yet tasty ingredients, this pie will undoubtedly become a staple in your culinary repertoire.
