Broccoli and Goat Cheese Flans Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups finely chopped broccoli
- 1/4 cup softened goat cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Grease six 4-ounce ramekins and set aside.
- Blanch the chopped broccoli in boiling water for 1-2 minutes, then drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the goat cheese and eggs until smooth.
- Add the heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, and whisk until fully combined.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and blanched broccoli.
- Divide the mixture evenly into the prepared ramekins.
- Place the ramekins in a large baking dish and fill the dish with enough hot water to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the flans are set.
- Remove the ramekins from the baking dish and let them cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Verdict and Serving Suggestions:
These broccoli and goat cheese flans are a delicious and unique way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet. The creamy goat cheese pairs perfectly with the lightly blanched broccoli, and the Parmesan cheese adds a welcome burst of flavor. These flans make for an elegant and impressive appetizer or side dish, but they’re also delicious as a main course paired with a simple green salad. Enjoy!
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