Wild Garlic & Crème Fraîche Tart

Ingredients

• ◆250g plain flour
• ◆125g cold butter, cubed
• ◆1 large egg yolk
• ◆2 tbsp cold water
• ◆300g wild garlic leaves
• ◆200g crème fraîche
• ◆3 large eggs
• ◆100g mature Cheddar, grated
• ◆Salt and black pepper

Method

1. 1.Make the pastry by rubbing the butter into the flour until it resembles breadcrumbs.
2. 2.Add the egg yolk and enough water to bring it together into a ball.
3. 3.Chill for 30 minutes, then roll out and line a 23cm tart tin.
4. 4.Blind bake at 180°C for 15 minutes, then remove the baking beans and bake for a further 5 minutes.
5. 5.Blanch the wild garlic for 30 seconds, drain and squeeze dry.
6. 6.Whisk together the crème fraîche, eggs and cheese, then fold in the garlic.
7. 7.Pour into the tart case and bake at 170°C for 30–35 minutes until just set.
8. 8.Allow to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.