CHICORY & COCOA

Chicory & cocoa nib filo quiche (Serves 6)

* 4 sheets filo pastry

* 2 chicory heads

* 300ml milk

* 3 eggs, lightly beaten

* 75g Gruyer cheese

* Nutmeg

* Salt & pepper

* Cocoa nibs

Half the chicory length ways & braise in water for 5 minutes

Separate the leaves & set aside

Mix together the milk, egg, ¾ gruyer, nutmeg & seasoning

Layer the filo with olive oil between each sheet in a tart tin

Bake at 180°C for a couple of minutes

Add the chicory and pour over the mixture and top with cheese and a sprinkling of cocoa nibs

Bake 40 mins

Allow to cool in the tin 

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