Golden puff pastry tart topped with tender leeks and melted MouCo ColoRouge custard—savory, creamy, and perfect for sharing warm or at room temp.

Leeks and MouCo ColoRouge Cheese Tart

Buttery puff pastry topped with sweet-sultry leeks and melty MouCo ColoRouge—creamy, savory, and spectacular on every bite.

🧂 Ingredients

Servings: 6–8

    • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
    • 2 large leeks (white & light green), cleaned & sliced
    • 1 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 tbsp butter
    • 8 oz MouCo ColoRouge, shredded or thinly sliced
    • 2 eggs
    • ½ cup heavy cream or milk
    • ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)
    • Salt & pepper, to taste
    • Fresh chives or thyme for garnish

👣 Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet or tart pan with puff pastry, docking bottom with a fork.
    2. In a skillet, heat oil and butter over medium heat. Add leeks, cook until soft and slightly caramelized (~7–9 minutes). Season lightly.
    3. Arrange leeks over pastry base. Scatter ColoRouge evenly on top.
    4. Whisk eggs, cream, nutmeg, salt & pepper. Pour over cheese and leeks.
    5. Bake 25–30 minutes until pastry is golden and filling set.
    6. Let cool slightly, then garnish with chives or thyme before slicing.

🎯 Notes & Pairings

    • Make-ahead: Assemble tart and refrigerate (edged with parchment) up to 24 hours before baking.
    • Vegetable twist: Add thinly sliced mushrooms or roasted cherry tomatoes on top.
    • Pair with: A crisp white like Pinot Gris or a dry rosé, and a simple green salad.
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