FLAMICHE AUX POIREAUX - LEEKS IN A BREAD CRUST

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This is a wonderful special occasion dish. The flamiche makes a spectacular presentation. The bread is delicate, light and buttery and delicious. You an easily make half the recipe if your group is smaller. If you make half the recipe use one whole egg instead of trying to halve one egg plus one yolk. The end product looks much...

Provided by Elaine Douglas

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 22

BREAD DOUGH - PLACE IN BREAD PAN IN ORDER. USE DOUGH SETTING ON BREAD MACHINE.
1 1/4 c ( 300 ml) milk (1/2 c + 2 t)
1 c (250 gms) butter, room temperature (1/2 c)
2 eggs (1)
1 1/2 tsp salt (3/4 t.)
2 Tbsp white sugar (1 tbsp)
4 c unbleached white flour (2 c.)
1 Tbsp active dry yeast (1/2 tbsp)
LEEK FILLING
1 1/2 lb (750 grams) leeks (3/4 lb)
2 Tbsp (30 grams) butter (1 tbsp)
1 1/2 tsp dried thyme or sage (3/4 t.)
salt and pepper
2 egg yolks (1)
1/3 c heavy cream (or canned evaporated milk) (3 tbsp)
OR CHEESE FILLING - FLAMICHE AU FROMAGE
3/4 lb cheese, shredded (strong flavoured) (6 oz)
1 egg
1 egg yolk
1/3 c heavy cream (3 tbsp)
salt and pepper
WHILE DOUGH IS RISING PREPARE THE FILLING.

Steps:

  • 1. LEEK FILLING
  • 2. Trim leeks, discarding most of green tops, cut lengthwise and slice into ΒΌ inch slices. Wash thoroughly to remove any grit and drain in colander.
  • 3. Melt butter in a medium pan, add the leeks with the thyme or sage, salt and pepper, and press a piece of foil on top. (Do not use lid of pan instead of foil. The leeks will brown.)
  • 4. Cover with a lid and sweat the leeks over low heat until they are very tender, 20 to 30 minutes. Do not let them brown.
  • 5. Butter two 10 inch spring form pans. When dough is ready, punch down and divide the dough in half and roll or pat a 15-inch circle from each half. (The dough will be very soft and floppy). Line the pans with dough letting it drape over the rim of the pan. Spread the leeks over the dough. Whisk egg yolks and cream with salt and pepper until mixed. Spoon this custard over the leeks. Fold the overhanging dough on top of the filling to half cover it, pleating it toward the center. Leave to rise in a warm place until almost doubled (20 to 30 minutes).
  • 6. Set baking sheet on bottom rack in oven while heating to 400 degrees.
  • 7. Bake the Flamiches until the crust is browned and starts pulling away from the sides of the pan; the filling should be set. Allow 40-50 minutes baking time and, if in doubt, bake longer as the dough is slow to cook. If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil. Let Flamiches cool 5 minutes before unmolding.
  • 8. Serve freshly baked and warm with a green salad alongside. Definitely best on the first day.
  • 9. Alternative to Leek filling - Cheese filling: Dice, slice or crumble cheese over bread dough after lining pans and before folding over edges. Top with the custard. Fold dough on top, let rise and bake as for Flamiche aux Poireaux.

Iphile Dlamini
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I'm not a huge fan of leeks, but I loved this dish. The leeks were cooked perfectly and the bread crust was crispy and flaky. I would definitely make this again.


prins dilshan
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This dish was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The leeks were so flavorful and the bread crust was perfect. I served it with a simple green salad and it was a delicious meal.


Kesh Ali
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! I've been looking for a good leek recipe for a while now. The leeks were cooked perfectly and the bread crust was crispy and flaky. I will definitely be making this again.


Nicole Noble
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a dinner party and everyone loved it. The leeks were tender and flavorful and the bread crust was crispy and golden brown. I would definitely make this again.


Azim London UK
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I'm not a fan of leeks, but I loved this dish. The leeks were cooked perfectly and the bread crust was crispy and flaky. I would definitely make this again.


Snoy Bhandari
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great. The leeks were tender and flavorful and the bread crust was crispy and golden brown. I would definitely make this again.


Stormy Mixson
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I was looking for a new leek recipe and this one caught my eye. I'm so glad I tried it! The leeks were cooked perfectly and the bread crust was crispy and flaky. I will definitely be making this again.


PRO MAZEED
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a dinner party and everyone loved it. The leeks were tender and flavorful and the bread crust was crispy and golden brown. I would definitely make this again.


Shahnawaz PanDrani
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I'm not a huge fan of leeks, but I loved this dish. The leeks were cooked perfectly and the bread crust was crispy and flaky. I would definitely make this again.


extra gamer
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This dish was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The leeks were so flavorful and the bread crust was perfect. I served it with a simple green salad and it was a delicious meal.


Nisan Ogunsan
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and the results are always impressive. The leeks are cooked perfectly and the bread crust is crispy and golden brown. I highly recommend this recipe!


Zeerous Khan
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! The combination of the creamy leeks and the crispy bread crust was perfect. I also loved the addition of the bacon, which added a nice smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this again.