# Ingredient List:
→ Pastry
01 - 1 ready-made 9-inch pie crust or homemade shortcrust pastry
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 cup asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
03 - 1 small shallot, finely diced
→ Dairy & Eggs
04 - 5 large eggs
05 - 3/4 cup whole milk
06 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
07 - 5 ounces Brie cheese, rind removed and cut into small cubes
→ Seasoning
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
10 - 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Fit the pie crust into a 9-inch tart or pie pan and lightly prick the base with a fork.
02 - Line the crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Blind bake for 10 minutes. Remove weights and parchment, then bake an additional 5 minutes until lightly golden.
03 - Blanch asparagus pieces in boiling salted water for 2 minutes. Drain well and set aside.
04 - Whisk eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg in a mixing bowl until homogenous.
05 - Scatter diced shallot and half of the asparagus evenly over the baked crust. Pour the egg mixture over. Top with remaining asparagus and Brie cubes.
06 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the center is set and surface is lightly golden.
07 - Allow to rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.