Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 sheet

puff pastry

thawed

1 tbsp

olive oil

1 unit

leek

trimmed, washed and thinly sliced

2 oz

salami

chopped

4 unit

eggs

4 unit

sun-dried tomatoes

quartered

0.25 cup

Cheddar cheese

grated

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking pan with parchment paper.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 2
~3 min

Cut puff pastry into 4 even squares and place on the prepared pan.

Step 3
~3 min

Score a border around each square, 1/4 inch from the edge.

Step 4
~3 min

Bake for 15 minutes.

Step 5
~3 min

Heat olive oil in a medium skillet on medium heat.

Step 6
~3 min

Sauté leek and salami for 4-5 minutes, until the leek is tender.

Step 7
~3 min

Remove from heat.

Step 8
~3 min

Gently press down the puffed center of each pastry square.

Step 9
~3 min

Divide the leek mixture among each square.

Step 10
~3 min

Make an indentation in the center of the leek mixture in each square.

Step 11
~3 min

Break an egg into each indentation.

Step 12
~3 min

Sprinkle with sun-dried tomatoes and Cheddar cheese.

Step 13
~3 min

Bake for 5-8 minutes, until eggs are cooked to your liking.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Brush the pastry with egg wash for a golden finish.

Use different types of cheese for variety.

Add herbs like thyme or rosemary for extra flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be partially made ahead by preparing the leek and salami mixture.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad

Serve as part of a brunch spread

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh fruit salad
Yogurt with granola

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Europe

Cultural Significance

Common in European cuisine as a savory pastry.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Easter brunch
Holiday appetizer

Occasion Tags

Brunch
Breakfast
Party Appetizer

Popularity Score

65/100

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