Flamenco Flan

Serves 4-6

Description/Notes:

Introduce a taste of Spain with this delectable Mediterranean flan

Ingredients:

6 oz. (175g) plain flour

one and a half ounces (40g) lard

one and a half ounces (40g) margarine

1 large onion, chopped

1 tablespoon corn oil

three and a half ounce (100g) can red peppers, drained

8 oz. (225g) can tomatoes, drained

8 oz. (225g) cooked potatoes, diced

1 tablespoon cooked peas

2 oz. (50g) ham, chopped

2 large eggs

quarter pint of milk

1 oz. (25g) Cheddar cheese, grated

Cooking Instructions:

Pre-heat oven to 425F, Gas Mark 7, 225C
Put the flour and a pinch of salt in a mixing bowl
Rub in the lard and margarine, then mix to form a stiff dough with cold water
Roll out the pastry on a floured surface to a round large enough to fit a 9 inch (23 cm.) flan dish
Fry the onion in oil until soft.
Chop the peppers and tomatoes, add to the onion and fry for a further 3 minutes
Add the potatoes, peas and ham
Whisk the eggs and milk together, then season with salt and pepper
Put the onion mixture into the lined flan dish, pour in egg and milk, then sprinkle cheese on top
Bake in the center of the pre-heated oven for 35-40 minutes