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Cheese Leek Tart

Cultural Context

The Cheese Leek Tart is a beloved dish in Turkish cuisine, often enjoyed as a savory pastry. Traditionally made with fresh leeks and a variety of cheeses, this tart reflects the rich agricultural heritage of Turkey, where leeks are plentiful. It is commonly served as a main dish or a side, especially during gatherings and family meals. Variations exist across different regions, incorporating local cheeses or herbs, showcasing the adaptability of this delightful dish.

TurkishTRmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lbs leek
6 eggs
1 cup milk
100g (3.5 oz) feta cheese
2 tbs flour
4 tbs olive oil
1 tbs baking powder
1 tsp salt
A pinch of black pepper

cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in fat and calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier while margarine is often cheaper.

pie crust

🥗Healthier: whole wheat crust

💰Cheaper: homemade crust

Whole wheat crust is healthier and homemade can be cheaper.

1

Chop the leeks and transfer them into a large bowl.

2

Pour olive oil into a large pan and stir fry the chopped leeks on medium heat.

3

While the leeks are frying, transfer eggs into a large bowl.

4

Add flour to the eggs.

5

Add in feta cheese and season with black pepper.

6

Add milk to the mixture.

7

After 20 minutes of stir frying the leeks, add 1 tsp of salt and combine with the egg mixture.

8

Grease an oven tray using olive oil.

9

Bake for approximately 35 minutes in a pre-heated oven at 200C (400F).

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

large bowllarge panoven tray

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Leek and Cheese TartTart de Poireaux

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