Potato, Speck, and Brie Tart

The potato, speck, and Brie tart is a rich and tasty dish, perfect for a hearty lunch or a special dinner. Here’s how to prepare it:

Ingredients

• 800 g of potatoes
• 150 g of Brie
• 100 g of speck in slices
• 2 eggs
• 50 g of grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste
• Nutmeg to taste
• Butter for greasing the pan
• Breadcrumbs for the pan

Preparation

1. Start by peeling the potatoes and then boil them in salted water until they are soft. Once cooked, drain them and let them cool down slightly.
2. Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or a fork until you have a puree. Allow to cool.
3. Add to the mashed potatoes the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, a pinch of salt, pepper, and grated nutmeg. Mix well to obtain a homogeneous mixture.
4. Cut the Brie into small pieces or thin slices.
5. Take a baking mold (or more molds if you want to make individual portions) and grease the bottom and sides with butter, then sprinkle with breadcrumbs.
6. Spread a layer of puree on the bottom of the mold, add a layer of speck and then one of Brie.
7. Cover with another layer of puree, making sure to seal the edges well.
8. Sprinkle the tart with breadcrumbs and a few flakes of butter on the surface to get a golden gratin.
9. Bake in a preheated oven at 200 °C for about 20-25 minutes, until the surface becomes golden and crispy.
10. Let it rest for a few minutes before unmolding and serving.

Curiosity

The tart with these features is a dish that combines typical flavors of the alpine and pre-alpine regions, where the use of speck and cheeses like Brie is very common. Nutmeg is an ingredient that pairs perfectly with potato-based dishes, giving an unmistakable aromatic touch.

The Brie, which melts inside the tart, creates an intense taste experience that balances with the smoked flavor of the speck. For a more Italian touch, you might also consider using another cheese like Fontina or Taleggio, both excellent for their melting abilities.