French cheese pie with apples and ham
10 servings
65 minutes
French cheese pie with apples and ham is a delightful blend of savory and sweet, embodying the richness of French gastronomy. This recipe draws inspiration from traditional French quiches but gains a unique twist thanks to the delicate Epoisses cheese, juicy apples, and aromatic ham. The crispy shortcrust pastry serves as the perfect base for the tender and creamy filling that melts in your mouth. The deep cheesy flavor harmonizes with the sweetness of the apples, creating a multifaceted gastronomic pleasure. The baked pie is ideal for both a cozy family dinner and an elegant gathering. Serve it warm with a glass of white wine to enjoy the full spectrum of its flavor nuances.
1
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees.
2
Roll out the dough into a 25 cm circle and place it in a springform pan.
- Shortcrust pastry: 400 g
3
In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and crème fraîche. Add finely chopped cheese, finely chopped apples, finely chopped ham, season with salt, pepper, and add nutmeg. Spread the mixture onto the dough and bake for about 10 minutes.
- Chicken egg: 3 pieces
- Creme fraiche: 0.3 glass
- Epoisses cheese: 250 g
- Apple: 2 pieces
- Ham: 150 g
- Coarse salt: to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
- Ground nutmeg: 0.1 teaspoon
4
Then reduce the temperature to 180 degrees and bake for another 40-45 minutes.
