Emelia Jackson’s Le Gruyère AOP, Pear and Leek Turnovers
Published 25 Jul, 2024A perfect addition for your next dinner party, these delightful cheesy leek turnovers, created by Emelia Jackson, promise to leave a lasting impression on your guests. Made with Le Gruyère AOP cheese renowned for its quality, the cheese is exclusively sourced from Switzerland, ensuring authenticity. Your guests will savour every bite!
Ingredients
80g unsalted butter
1-2 pears, peeled and diced (<1cm)
1 leek, shredded
100g gruyere, grated
Salt and pepper to taste
½ bunch chives, chopped
1 packet careme puff pastry
1 egg, beaten
Method
Melt the butter in a frypan
For the filling, melt the butter in a frying pan over medium heat before adding in the leek and peals. Saute until they are softened and beginning to get slightly golden around the edges. Remove from the heat, allow to cool slightly before adding the gruyere and chives. Taste before seasoning with salt and pepper. Set aside to cool completely.
Cut the sheet of puff into 8x squares and fill with one tablespoon of the filling. Brush the edges with egg wash before folding in half and sealing tightly. Brush the top of the pastries with the remaining eggwash
Bake in a preheated, 180C oven, for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. Serve immediately.