{"product_id":"copy-of-assam-harmutty-estate-black-tea","title":"Assam - Harmutty Estate Black Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the northeastern state of Assam in India, along the Brahmaputra River grow the hearty, malty Assam teas. The heavy rainfall and hot, humid day time temperatures in this area create the perfect green house like environment for growth, as well as helping to create the unique taste found only in Assam teas. Their distinct flavor can be enjoyed \"as is\"; however, Assam teas are often used in conjunction with other teas to create numerous blends, specifically breakfast teas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Harmutty tea estate is one of the oldest tea gardens in Assam, dating back to the 1870's. It is located in the NorthEast region of Assam, in the North Lakimpur district alongside the Dikrong river and bordering the forest of Arunachal Pradesh. The name Lakimpur is thought to be derived from \"Lakshmi\", the name for the Goddess of Prosperity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe golden tippy, uniform, well-styled leaves brew to a smooth and malty cup with classic Assam boldness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrew tea at 212º - steep for 3 minutes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssam teas complement foods such as chocolate, spiced desserts, meat, strong cheeses, fish and more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/8777\/0850\/files\/icons_-_kosherVeg.png?v=1758209440\" alt=\"\" width=\"157\" height=\"75\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eQuiche with a Black Tea Crust and Green Tea Spinach\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cu\u003e\u003cu\u003eCrust:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"199\" width=\"239\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/8777\/0850\/files\/Quiche2_480x480.jpg?v=1660163244\" alt=\"Assam Black tea quiche crust recipe\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; margin-left: 20px; float: right;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n1 1\/4 cups all-purpose flour\u003cbr\u003e1 tsp black tea, coarsely ground\u003cbr\u003e1\/3 cup butter, frozen\u003cbr\u003e1\/4 cup ice cold water\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cu\u003ePreparation:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn a bowl mix together the flour and the tea leaves. Using a grater, grate the butter into small pieces and stir into the flour\/tea mixture. Add ice water 1 Tbsp at a time and toss the dough lightly through your fingers to mix. Avoid pressing the dough together; let pieces fall separately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen all the dry flour is mixed in, press dough into a ball and flatten it. Chill for at least 30 minutes. Roll out on a lightly floured surface. Fold crust in half, slip it gently into a 9inch pie plate, and unfold. Trim edge so that it overhangs pie plate ¼ - ½ inch. Fold edge underneath itself and flute.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cu\u003eFilling:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1 tsp\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.svtea.mom\/TEA\/departments\/6\/\"\u003egreen tea (I used Gunpowder Green Tea)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1 cup boiling water\u003cbr\u003e1 lb fresh spinach leaves, washed and chopped\u003cbr\u003e1 large leek, (white and pale green parts only), sliced (approx. 3 cups)\u003cbr\u003e2 Tbsp butter\u003cbr\u003e1 cup corn kernels\u003cbr\u003e1\/2 cup red pepper, finely chopped\u003cbr\u003e4 eggs\u003cbr\u003e1 cup half and half\u003cbr\u003e3\/4 tsp salt\u003cbr\u003e1\/4 tsp black pepper\u003cbr\u003e1\/2 tsp mustard powder\u003cbr\u003e1 cup swiss cheese ( I used Madrigal cheese)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/8777\/0850\/files\/Quiche1_480x480.jpg?v=1660148744\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-left: 15px; float: right;\" width=\"294\" height=\"256\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003ePreparation:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToast the green tea over medium heat until the tea is lightly browned (approximately 5 minutes). Remove from the heat, put the toasted leaves in a measuring cup and fill with 1 cup of boiling water. Steep for 2 minutes then strain the leaves out and return the brewed tea to the pan. Heat on low and add the chopped spinach leaves and cook until wilted. Remove from the heat, strain and cool.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn another frying pan melt the butter and add the leeks, cooking, on medium-high heat, until they are tender. Remove from the heat when done and cool.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreheat the oven to 425.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRetrieve the crust from the refrigerator and, on a floured surface, roll out the crust to fit into a 9inch pie plate (see directions above).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn a bowl beat the eggs with a whisk. Add the cream, salt, pepper and mustard and whisk. Add the cheese and stir.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the crust, layer the leeks, then spinach, corn kernels, and finally the red pepper. Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables. Cook at 425 for 15 minutes, reduce the heat to 375 and bake for another 20 minutes, until the center is set and the top is lightly browned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA slice of quiche with a fresh green salad - a heavenly treat!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"259\" width=\"281\" style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/8777\/0850\/files\/Quiche3_480x480.jpg?v=1660148758\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Haelssen \u0026 Lyon","offers":[{"title":"1 Ounce","offer_id":42933321007330,"sku":"T0914     1","price":3.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 Ounce","offer_id":42933321072866,"sku":"T0914     4","price":11.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 Ounce Tin","offer_id":42933321138402,"sku":"T0914     4TIN","price":15.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 Ounce","offer_id":42933321171170,"sku":"T0914     8","price":22.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Pound","offer_id":42933321040098,"sku":"T0914     16","price":45.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/8777\/0850\/products\/assam-harmutty_xl_35564c77-adce-4d6f-84ca-8dd9781f5398.jpg?v=1654626968","url":"https:\/\/svtea.mom\/products\/copy-of-assam-harmutty-estate-black-tea","provider":"Simpson \u0026 Vail ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}