**Make the pastry:** In a large bowl, rub the cold butter into the flour until it resembles breadcrumbs. Gradually add the cold water, mixing until the dough comes together. Form into a disc, wrap in cling film, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
**Prepare the potatoes:** While the pastry chills, boil the sliced Jersey Royal potatoes in salted water until slightly tender, about 8-10 minutes. Drain well and set aside.
**Preheat the oven:** Preheat oven to 180°C (160°C fan/Gas Mark 4).
**Roll out the pastry:** On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pastry to a 3mm thickness. Carefully line the 9-inch tart pan with the pastry, trimming any excess. Prick the base with a fork and chill for another 15 minutes.
**Blind bake:** Line the pastry with baking parchment and fill with baking beans or rice. Bake for 15 minutes. Remove the parchment and baking beans and bake for a further 5 minutes to dry out the base.
**Prepare the filling:** In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, Jersey milk, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
**Assemble the tart:** Arrange the cooked Jersey Royal potato slices evenly over the base of the tart. Scatter the chopped watercress and crumbled goats cheese over the potatoes.
**Pour in the custard:** Gently pour the egg mixture over the potato and cheese. Ensure it is distributed evenly.
**Bake:** Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is set and lightly golden.
**Cool and serve:** Let the tart cool slightly in the pan before carefully removing it. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition per serving (350g)
For a richer flavor, use Jersey cream instead of milk.
Add a small amount of chopped shallots or garlic to the potatoes while boiling for extra flavor.
Ensure your ingredients, especially the Jersey Butter, are properly sourced from Jersey to achieve that authentic taste.
If the pastry edges start to brown too quickly during baking, cover them with foil.
Oven
Rolling pin
9-inch tart pan
Large pot
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