Swiss Chard Tart with Chèvre and Leeks

This Swiss Chard Tart with Chevre and Leeks is a festive vegetarian entree for special occasions.

Almond Crust:
¾ cup blanched almonds
1 ½ cups whole-wheat pastry flour
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon salt
1/3 cup avocado oil or organic canola oil
3 to 5 tablespoons ice water

Swiss Chard Filling:
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 small bunches Swiss chard stems and chopped and separated
2 leeks halved, sliced and cleaned
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon dry thyme
Generous pinch nutmeg
2 tablespoons water
¼ cup golden raisins
2 tablespoons sliced almonds for garnish

Chevre Custard:
½ cup blanched almonds
½ cup water
2 eggs
3 ounces fresh goat cheese chevre

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