Asparagus Leek Tart Recipe

Name: Asparagus Leek Tart
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pie crust; 3/4 lb thin asparagus, cut into 6 inch spears; olive oil flavored cooking spray; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 lb leek, chopped white part only; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill; 1 cup low-fat milk; 2 large eggs; 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper; salt (optional); 1/2 cup swiss cheese or 1/2 cup gruyere cheese

Servings: persons

1 pie crust
3/4 lb thin asparagus, cut into 6 inch spears
olive oil flavored cooking spray
1 tablespoon butter
1 lb leek, chopped white part only
1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill
1 cup low-fat milk
2 large eggs
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
salt (optional)
1/2 cup swiss cheese or 1/2 cup gruyere cheese

1
Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
2
Fit pre made pie crust into a 9 inch tart pan, with removal bottom (if you use the crusts that come rolled -- usually don't have to roll out creases).
3
Press pastry into sides of pan, put into freezer for 15 minutes.
4
Blind bake for 15 to 17 minutes until crust is golden, cool completely.
5
Spread asparagus on a large jellyroll pan; spray with cooking spray and shake to get all sides, sprinkle with salt, roast until tender about 10 minutes.
6
Cool and transfer to a plate.
7
In a large skillet over med heat, melt butter. Add leeks, dill and salt (optional) cover and cook over med low heat until leeks have softened, 5 to 6 minutes.
8
Transfer to small bowl.
9
In a med bowl, whisk together milk and eggs, leeks and pepper.
10
Pour unto crust.
11
Arrange asparagus on top of milk mixture; sprinkle top with cheese.
12
Bake until filling is set and golden on top, approx 30 minutes.
13
Cool on a wire rack 30 minutes.
14
Serve warm or at room temperature.

208

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pie crust, 3/4 lb thin asparagus, cut into 6 inch spears, olive oil flavored cooking spray, 1 tablespoon butter, and more.

Yes, Asparagus Leek Tart falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Asparagus Leek Tart

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