- Substitute whole wheat flour?
- Use all white flour, but reduce water slightly as whole wheat absorbs more.
- Freezable?
- Yes, slices freeze well. Reheat in oven.
Rustic Leek and Cheese Flatbread
This dish balances between a savory pie and a quick bread. The rustic, whole wheat dough frames the soft leek and cottage cheese filling perfectly. An ideal quick, nutritious dinner that tastes great cold the next day for lunch.
Ingredients
1 2/3
cups
All-Purpose Flour
3/4
cup
Whole Wheat Flour
1
cup
Cottage Cheese (drained)
2
stalks
Leeks
2
large
Eggs
1
tsp
Baking Powder
2/3
cup
Water (or milk)
1
pinch
Salt
1
pinch
Ground Pepper
2
tbsp
Olive Oil
1
tbsp
Butter (for greasing)
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Equipment Needed
- Pie dish or small baking pan (9-inch)
- Skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Brush
Allergen Information
Milk
Egg
Wheat
Instructions
1
✓
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Slice and wash leeks, then sauté in oil for 4-5 mins until wilted.
Tip: Pre-cooking prevents raw onion water from making the dough soggy.
2
✓
Whisk flours, baking powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
Tip: Even distribution of leavening agent.
3
✓
In another bowl, mix eggs, water, and mashed cottage cheese, then add to dry ingredients.
Tip: Don't overmix; just combine to avoid tough dough.
4
✓
Fold in the cooled leeks.
Tip: Use a spatula.
5
✓
Grease and flour the pan. Pour in batter and smooth top.
Tip: Ensures easy release.
6
✓
Bake 30-35 mins until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
Tip: Cover with foil if browning too fast.
7
✓
Cool on rack 10-15 mins before slicing.
Tip: Structure sets while cooling.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 1 2/3 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 3/4 cup Whole Wheat Flour
- 1 cup Cottage Cheese (drained)
- 2 stalks Leeks
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 tsp Baking Powder
- 2/3 cup Water (or milk)
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 pinch Ground Pepper
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tbsp Butter (for greasing)