When thinking about Chaource cheese, we often simply imagine enjoying it in slices paired with a good wine. However, this delicious cheese just begs to be used in gourmet and original recipes. So here are 5 unique recipes based on Chaource that you absolutely must know and try!
1. Vegetable Gratin and Chaource
A gratin is always a comforting and tasty option when you want to cook a main dish with vegetables. Add some Chaource to it and you get an absolutely delicious original recipe.
Ingredients:
- 500g of mixed vegetables (courgettes, tomatoes, aubergines…)
- 200g of Chaource
- 20cl of thick fresh cream
- salt, pepper
Preparation :
Preheat your oven to 180°C. Wash and slice the vegetables finely before arranging them in a gratin dish. Also slice the Chaource cheese thinly and layer it amongst the vegetables. Stir in some thick cream, season with salt and pepper to taste. Then put the dish in the oven and bake for 30 minutes until the gratin is golden brown. There you have it, a must-try classic dish!
2. Quiche with Chaource, spinach and bacon
To switch from the traditional lorraine quiche, dare to try a variant with Chaource cheese that will bring incomparable creaminess. Pair it with spinach and bacon for a unique flavor.
Ingredients:
- 1 puff or shortcrust pastry
- 200g of Chaource
- 200g of fresh or frozen spinach
- 150g of bacon
- 4 eggs
- 20cl of thick fresh cream
- salt, pepper
Preparation :
Preheat your oven to 180°C. Roll out the pastry in a pie dish and set aside. In a pan, sauté the spinach until it’s tender. Chop the bacon into small pieces and lightly cook it in a second pan. In a bowl, mix the eggs, cream, salt and pepper. Spread the spinach and bacon on the pastry base, then pour the egg mixture on top. Finally, place thin slices of Chaource cheese on top of the quiche. Bake for about 40 minutes. Your guests will surely enjoy this innovative recipe featuring Chaource cheese!
3. Thin Apple Tart and Chaource
The combination of apples and cheese is always a success. Try this thin tart to discover the perfect alliance between the sweetness of apples and the creaminess of Chaource.
Ingredients:
- 1 puff pastry
- 200g of Chaource
- 4 apples
- 50g of powdered sugar
- 30g of butter
Preparation :
Preheat your oven to 180°C. Roll out the puff pastry on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Wash, peel and cut the apples into thin slices, then arrange them harmoniously on the dough. Sprinkle the sugar on the apples and add a few knobs of butter on top. Slice the Chaource into thin slices and place it on the apples without covering them too much. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the tart is golden brown. This unique tart combines Chaource and apples in an original way, a treat for lovers of sweet and savory!
4. Ham, Mushroom and Chaource Pizza
Nothing beats a good homemade pizza, especially when it’s topped with delicious ingredients and melting cheese. Discover this original recipe for Chaource cheese, ham, and mushroom pizza to delight your guests.
Ingredients:
- 1 pizza dough
- 200g of Chaource
- 100g of white ham
- 150g of fresh or canned mushrooms
- 200g of tomato sauce
- salt, pepper
Preparation:
Preheat your oven to 210°C. Roll out the pizza dough on a baking tray lined with baking paper, then spread the tomato sauce generously. Arrange the ham slices and distribute the mushrooms evenly. Finally, cut the Chaource into thin slices and place it harmoniously on your pizza. Bake it for 15 to 20 minutes until it is nicely golden and the cheese has melted. A real treat for anyone who wants to try something different from traditional pizzas!
5. Chaource Croquettes in Cordon Bleu Style
This original recipe for Chaource croquettes is ideal for a starter or a dish accompanied with a green salad. Try these tasty cordon bleu remade with Chaource and surprise your guests!
Ingredients:
- 300g of Chaource
- 100g of ham
- 1 egg
- flour
- breadcrumbs
- frying oil
Preparation:
Cut the Chaource into thick slices and place a thin slice of ham on each piece. Fold the slices to encase the ham between two layers of cheese, thus forming croquettes. In separate bowls, prepare the flour, beaten egg, and breadcrumbs. Roll each croquette in the flour, egg, and then the breadcrumbs. Heat a bath of oil and gently drop the croquettes in, let them fry for 2 to 3 minutes until they are nicely golden. Drain them on paper towels before serving. These croquettes make an original and delicious recipe based on Chaource, a real treat!
So here are 5 unique Chaource-based recipes that you absolutely must try. Don’t hesitate and enjoy these culinary creations that combine tradition and originality.