Brie and Herb Quiche

Directions

1. 1
   Heat the oven to 375F Line an 8 inch flan tin with the pastry.
2. 2
   Prick the base with a fork and line with greaseproof paper, fill with baking beans and bake for 10 minutes.
3. 3
   After this time, remove the paper and beans and return to the oven for a further 5 minutes or until lightly golden.
4. 4
   Meanwhile, mash, the Brie thoroughly, including the rind.
5. 5
   Beat in the curd cheese, butter and cream.
6. 6
   Beat the mixture until well blended and smooth.
7. 7
   Beat in the eggs, then the chives and parsley.
8. 8
   Taste and season with salt, pepper and cayenne.
9. 9
   Turn the cheese mixture into the pastry flan case.
10. 10
    Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and lightly browned.
11. 11
    Serve at once while still hot, or chill and serve cold.