Jerusalem artichoke and bacon lardon cake

Simple vegetables recipes for everyone

Type

Introducing a range of simple and tasty vegetable recipes for every day or special occasions, designed to suit a myriad of taste buds.

 

    • Serves: 8
    • Difficulty: Average
    • Preparation: 30 min
    • Cooking: 45 min

Ingredient

    • 3 eggs
    • 100 g grated Gruyere
    • 150 g plain flour
    • 350 g Jerusalem artichokes
    • 1 packet of baking powder
    • 250 g smoked bacon lardons
    • 125 ml milk
    • 100 ml sunflower oil
    • salt, pepper

Recipe

  • Preparation: Preheat the oven to 185°C, gas mark 4-5. Wash and cook the artichokes in a pan for around 10 minutes. Cool slightly, drain and cut into pieces. In a bowl, beat the eggs, flour and baking powder. Gradually add the oil and warm milk. Add the grated Gruyere, artichokes and bacon lardons. Season with salt and pepper. Pour into a non-greased baking tin. Bake for 35 minutes.

Tip

You can replace the lardons with confit of duck gizzards.

Nutrition facts

  • 360 kcal par personne
  • Fibres
  • Calcium

Expert advice

Remember, cakes are very high in fat and calories. By increasing the amount of vegetables, you can significantly reduce the number of calories. Let this recipe inspire you to make other vegetable cakes that kids and teenagers love!