This recipe is from the Boston Globe.
This quick pie has no pastry crust, but during cooking the edges develop a crustlike texture. You can also substitute a bunch of swiss chard or any other greens for the leeks.
- 6 medium leeks
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3/4 cup whole-wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Pepper to taste
- 4 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 pound feta, crumbled
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Strip all the coarse outer leaves and the tops from the leeks. Wash them, then slice the white and tender green parts into 1/2-inch discs. In a frying pan, heat the oil over a medium burner and saute the leeks in it for 5-6 minutes or until they are slightly tender. Do not let them take more than a little color.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt and pepper and make a well in the center into which you pour the beaten eggs and milk. Whisk until smooth — about 1 minute — then stir in the crumbled feta and leeks.
- Grease a 9-inch quiche dish or pie pan with olive oil, then pour in the mixture. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a knife blade inserted in the center comes out clean. This pie can be served warm or cold. If serving warm, let it rest for 5-10 minutes before cutting it.
Serves 6.