Cake with Stick Crust

To create a delicious and colorful dish, we start by preparing the tart base. The first step is to crush the sticks using a rolling pin or, more conveniently, a food processor, until we obtain a fine crumb similar to bread crumbs. We transfer this crumb into a bowl and, to give it a velvety texture, we mix it with melted butter, sour cream, and a beaten egg. The resulting mixture should be homogeneous, and then we place it on a work surface, covering it with plastic wrap to roll it out easily with the rolling pin. The goal is to obtain a round sheet, about 4-5 mm thick, which we will use to line a tart pan that we have previously greased with a little olive oil.

After preparing the crust, we move on to the filling. We break the broccoli into small florets and blanch them in boiling salted water for a few minutes until they become slightly tender. After blanching, we rinse them with cold water to stop the cooking process and let them drain. In a skillet, we sauté the green leek, sliced into rounds, along with a few rounds of red bell pepper and 2-3 sliced mushrooms. We sauté them on both sides until they become golden, then we remove them to a plate, saving them for decoration.

In the remaining oil in the skillet, we add the sliced mushrooms, diced tomatoes, bell peppers, and diced chicken breast. These ingredients will sauté well, and at the end, we add the broccoli florets. We season everything with salt and pepper to taste, allowing the flavors to blend. After the filling has cooled slightly, we add the beaten eggs mixed with sour cream, thoroughly homogenizing the composition.

This vitamin-rich filling is poured over the previously prepared tart crust and placed in the preheated oven, baking for about 20 minutes. Once the crust turns golden and the filling has set, the tart is removed from the oven, grated cheese is sprinkled on top, and it is decorated with the previously sautéed vegetables. We leave it in the oven for another 5 minutes until it gratins nicely. After it has cooled slightly, the tart is cut into portions and served, bringing a touch of flavor and an explosion of colors to our table. This tart is perfect for family lunches or festive meals, impressing with its refined taste and attractive appearance.