Want to travel to Provence without leaving your kitchen? This easy Provençal flan captures all the bounty of southern vegetables, the smoothness of a creamy filling, and the deliciousness of a golden-brown oven-baked topping. Quick to prepare, economical, and ideal for a summer meal or a light dinner, it’s a hit with everyone, whether served hot, warm, or cold.
Simple and family-friendly, this dish allows you to fully enjoy fresh vegetables and fragrant herbs all year round, without complicated techniques.
Ingredients and their role
Each ingredient contributes to the balance of flavors and the texture of the flan.
- 500g of ripe tomatoes: they provide juice, freshness and Mediterranean intensity. Aromatic varieties are ideal.
- 1 courgette : it gives softness and mushyness, while delicately absorbing the aromas.
- 1 red pepper : chosen for its slightly sweet flavor and color, it balances the acidity of the tomato.
- 1 onion : essential aromatic base, it structures the taste of the dish.
- 3 eggs : essential to bind the mixture and obtain a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
- 200 ml of fresh cream : thick for extra indulgence, liquid for a lighter texture.
- 100g of grated cheese : for the gratin touch (gruyere, comté or parmesan according to your preferences).
- 2 cloves of garlic : they enhance the whole dish with a typically Provençal touch.
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil : for cooking and flavor.
- Herbs of Provence : thyme, rosemary, oregano… for an authentic aromatic signature.
- Salt and pepper : adjust to your taste.
Why choose Provençal flan?
- Easy and foolproof : simple steps, accessible to all.
- Healthy and balanced : rich in vegetables, fiber and flavors.
- Versatile : delicious hot, warm or cold, as a starter or main course.
- Economical : perfect for using seasonal vegetables.
- Adaptable : the base lends itself to many variations according to desires.
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