For the crust
2 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon salt
3/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon vinegar
For the filling
1 medium head of cauliflower (520g after chopping)
250g smoked bacon, chopped
2 cups heavy cream
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
For the crust
2 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon salt
3/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon vinegar
For the filling
1 medium head of cauliflower (520g after chopping)
250g smoked bacon, chopped
2 cups heavy cream
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
In a bowl, combine flour, salt, and butter in small pieces
Mix with fingertips until a crumbly mixture forms
Take a handful of the crust mixture and place it in the palm of your hand
Wring hands to incorporate butter into the flour. Reserve
Mix water with vinegar
Make a hole in the center of the crust and add the water
Mix with fingertips, making circular motions, until a smooth dough forms (If necessary, add more flour to prevent the dough from sticking)
Divide the dough in half and chill, covered with plastic wrap, for 30 minutes
Prepare the filling: divide the cauliflower into four parts and remove the tough center
Using a small knife, cut the cauliflower into thin strips, starting with the green leaves
When you reach the white part (the core), do not cut further (use it in another recipe or as a garnish)
Rinse well and drain
In a large pan, fry the bacon until crispy
Drain on paper towels and reserve
Drain excess fat from the pan, leaving only 2 tablespoons of fat
Add the cauliflower and cook, stirring occasionally, until it is tender
Remove from heat, add the heavy cream, cornstarch (dissolved in a little cream), and Worcestershire sauce
Season with salt, black pepper, and more Worcestershire sauce if desired
Open each piece of dough on a floured surface, place the filling on one half of the dough, and fold the other half over to form a pie crust
Place the pies in two 9-inch tart pans or muffin tin cups
Poke the bottom of each pie with a fork
Divide the remaining filling among the two pies
Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 40 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown
Serve warm
(Serves 6)
427 calories per serving
Note: You can substitute cauliflower with potato and cheddar cheese, spinach, or another leafy green of your choice.