Broccoli Tart with Bacon

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

1. Mix the all-purpose flour and whole wheat flour with the salt, then rub the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles breadcrumbs. You can also do this in a food processor.

Step 2

2. Add the water and bring the dough together. Ideally, let it rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

Step 3

3. Press the dough into a greased tart tin measuring 24 cm (about 9.5 inches) in diameter. Prick the base all over with a fork.

Step 4

4. Blind-bake the crust in a preheated fan oven at 175°C (350°F) for 10 minutes. It is then ready to be filled and baked until fully cooked.

Step 5

1. Fry the bacon in a pan until crispy. Remove from the heat and allow it to cool, then roughly chop it.

Step 6

2. Whisk the eggs together with the crème fraîche, cream, salt, and pepper.

Step 7

3. Stir the broccoli florets, bacon, and cheese into the egg mixture. Pour the filling into the pre-baked tart crust.

Step 8

4. Bake the tart in the oven at 175°C (350°F) fan for approximately 35 minutes, until the filling is set and the top is golden.

Step 9

5. Sprinkle with a little fresh thyme before serving.