A delicious savoury clafoutis recipe that is simple to make, delicious to eat, a French taste sensation that’s perfect for a light lunch or a special starter…
Ingredients
1 yellow courgette, sliced + 1 green courgette, sliced
100g cherry tomatoes, halved
2 garlic cloves, crushed
4 eggs, beaten
3 tablespoons creme fraiche or 3 tablespoons sour cream
100ml milk
25g self raising flour
75g grated parmesan cheese (or cheddar/other hard cheese)
salt and pepper, to season
25g butter (optional – leave out if you prefer)
Directions
1 Pre-heat oven to 200°C or 400°F.
2 Wash and wipe the courgettes – cut into medium sized slices, about half a centimeter or 1/4″.
3 Cut the cherry tomatoes into half – if they are very small, leave them whole.
4 Cut up the butter into small pieces and scatter over the base of the baking dish, scatter the crushed garlic over the top.
5 Arrange the courgettes and cherry tomatoes in an attractive pattern, trying to keep the colours separate.
6 Add the creme fraiche & milk to the beaten eggs; mix well. Sift the self raising flour into the egg mixture; stir in well.
7 Add half of the parmesan cheese, salt and freshly ground black pepper; mix well.
8 Pour over the top of the vegetables, making sure all the spaces are filled in with the custard/batter mix. Sprinkly the remaining parmesan cheese on top.
9 Cook in a pre-heated oven for between 25 to 30 minutes, or until the clafoutis has risen, is firm to the touch and it is golden brown on top.
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