This delectable French recipe for Flan aux Poireaux is the perfect way to provide a nutritious meal for your toddler while introducing them to the rich flavors of international cuisine. This simple recipe is made of cream, eggs, onions, and pears, and it provides an excellent source of minerals and vitamins. With its creamy texture and sweet flavor, Flan aux Poireaux is a delicious and nutritious meal that will tantalize the taste buds of every young gourmand in Australia!

General Information

• Servings: 6
• Keywords: Flan, Pear, Leeks, French Cuisine
• Calories: 226
• Protein: 7g
• Carbs: 38g
• Fats: 4g
• Preparation Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 75 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 leeks
• 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
• 2 ripe Anjou pears
• 1 package of ready-made Flan pastry
• 2 tablespoons of almond powder
• 3 eggs
• 30 cl of whole milk

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees celsius.

2. Start by preparing the leeks: Rinse them under cold running water, and then cut off the roots and the dark green part from the top. Slice the leeks in thin layers and then rinse them once again.

3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot add the sliced leeks and cook until softened, approximately 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. Peel the pears, cut them in half and remove the core. Cut the pears into small cubes and add them to the leeks. Cook for 5 more minutes.

5. Prepare the flan pastry: Roll out the pastry on a lightly floured surface and then carefully transfer it to a 26 cm tart pan. Cut off the excess pastry, pressing it gently along the sides of the pan.

6. In a large bowl, beat the eggs and almond powder until combined and then add the milk. Pour the milk and egg mixture over the leeks and pears.

7. Bake the flan in the preheated oven for 45 minutes or until golden brown.

8. Let the flan cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Recommended Sides

This flan aux poireaux pairs well with a light and refreshing fruit salad! Just make sure to have the kids help prepare the fruits, they’ll love it and it will be a great way to get them involved in the cooking process. For an extra fun factor, you can also let them choose which fruits go into the salad!