Cake Salé d'été: easy recipe
Savory Summer Cake with Ham, Olives, and Swiss Cheese
Cake d'été is a savory cake that makes a perfect summer meal with a side of salad or served as an appetizer. It can be served warm or cold and is also the perfect food to pack for a picnic because it is easy to transport and eat.
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Recipe Cuisine:
French
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6 people
Preparation Time:
10 minutes
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Cake Salé d'été, also known as Savory Summer Cake, is a French dish that combines the elements of a traditional cake with savory ingredients. It is a popular and versatile dish typically served during the summer months or for picnics. The term "salé" in French means "salty" or "savory," indicating that the cake is not sweet like traditional desserts.
The base of the Cake Salé d'été is similar to a regular cake batter, made with flour, eggs, milk, and oil. However, instead of sweet ingredients like sugar and fruit, it incorporates various savory components such as vegetables, cheese, ham, olives, herbs, and more. The specific ingredients can vary depending on personal preferences and regional variations.
The batter is mixed with the chosen savory ingredients, and the cake is then baked to a golden brown color, resulting in a moist and flavorful dish. Once cooled, the Cake Salé d'été is typically sliced and served as an appetizer or side dish.
Cake Salé d'été offers a delightful way to enjoy the flavors of summer in a portable and convenient form. It is perfect for picnics, barbecues, potlucks, or any summer gathering where you want to offer a savory treat to your guests. The dish can be adapted to suit different dietary preferences by using various combinations of vegetables, meats, and cheeses, making it a versatile and enjoyable addition to any summer menu.
There are many variations of this recipe that include vegetables such as zucchini, bell pepper, sun-dried tomatoes, and herbs instead of ham, but this is the traditional French recipe from my mother's cookbook. The white wine, cheese, and olives give this savory cake a very distinctive flavor that our family came to love.
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Ingredients:
- 250g of all-purpose flour
- Yeast
- 1/2 glass of white wine
- 4 large eggs
- 50g (1/2 stick) of melted butter
- 100g Swiss cheese, grated
- 150g cooked ham, diced
- 50g pitted black olives, sliced
- 50g pitted green olives, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Steps to make it:
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and butter a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift the all-purpose flour and baking powder together. Set aside.
- In another bowl, combine the white wine, the eggs, and the melted butter and mix until well combined.
- Add the grated Swiss cheese and mix.
- Gradually add flour, stirring continuously until you have a smooth batter.
- Add in the yeast.
- Add the diced ham, sliced black and green olives into the batter. Mix well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
- Season the batter with salt and pepper to taste, keeping in mind that the ham and olives already contain some salt.
- Pour the cake batter into the buttered loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake the Cake Salé d'été in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once the cake is baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- After cooling slightly, gently remove the cake from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, slice the Cake d'été into thick slices and serve it as a delightful appetizer or part of a summer picnic. Also freezes very well...if you have leftovers!
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