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🎶 Soundtrack for Solidarity: “Lebendig” by Natalie Holzner

As the aroma of Quiche Lorraine fills the room, let the soundtrack be “Lebendig” by Natalie Holzner—a song that pulses with life, hope, and renewal. With lyrics like “Wir sind wieder lebendig und endlich / Könn’n wir lachen, träumen, leben im Hier und Jetzt” (“We are alive again and finally / We can laugh, dream, live in the here and now”), it’s a perfect anthem for a moment that calls us to embrace joy, unity, and the present.

Holzner’s blend of modern pop and classical roots mirrors the dish itself—rooted in tradition, yet forward-looking.

🎶 🇫🇷 🥧 🧄 🧀 👩‍🍳 🥓🇪🇺 🥚 🥬 🥖 🍷 😋 🇩🇪 🔊 Lebendig - Natalie Holzner

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In a Europe facing complex challenges—from climate resilience and migration to defense and digital transformation—the Franco-German partnership remains a cornerstone of peace, innovation, and solidarity.

As these two nations renew their commitment to shaping a united and forward-looking Europe, we too can celebrate this bond in our kitchens, through the simple yet profound act of sharing a meal.

And what better dish to honor this enduring alliance than the iconic Quiche Lorraine, prepared with the trusted precision of @Moulinex—a brand that itself reflects European ingenuity and everyday connection.

🥧 Quiche Lorraine: A Culinary Symbol of Unity

Born in Lorraine, a region that has long stood at the crossroads of French and German history, Quiche Lorraine is more than a savory tart—it’s a story baked into every bite. With its buttery crust, creamy filling, and smoky bacon, it blends French elegance with German heartiness, echoing the spirit of collaboration that defines this historic relationship.

Even the word “quiche” is thought to derive from the German Kuchen (cake), reminding us that language, like cuisine, is a shared inheritance.

🍽️ Moulinex Quiche Lorraine Recipe

Adapted from Moulinex’s official recipe

🧺 Ingredients (Serves 8)

For the dough:

• 250 g flour
• A pinch of powdered sugar
• A pinch of salt
• 125 g unsalted butter
• 50 ml water
• 1 egg yolk

For the filling:

• 125 g sliced turkey bacon
• 2 eggs + 2 egg yolks
• 200 ml cream
• 200 ml milk
• ½ tsp nutmeg
• Black pepper to taste

🧀 Instructions

1. Prepare the dough: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add butter and knead using a dough hook or by hand. Whisk egg yolk with water and gradually mix in. Shape into a disk, wrap, and chill for 15 minutes.

2. Blind bake: Roll out dough, press into a pie pan, and trim edges. Fill with dried beans and bake at 180°C for 12–14 minutes. Remove beans and bake again for 8–10 minutes. Let cool.

3. Prepare the filling: Cook turkey bacon until crispy. Whisk eggs and yolks, then add cream, milk, nutmeg, and pepper.

4. Assemble: Layer bacon over crust, pour in custard mixture, and bake for 30–35 minutes until golden.

🥂 Serve With

🍷 A crisp Alsace Riesling or 🇩🇪 German Pilsner.
🥗 A light green salad with mustard vinaigrette.
🕊️ A toast to peace, partnership, and shared plates.

🌍 Why It Matters

In a world that often feels divided, France and Germany’s commitment to unity is a beacon—not just in treaties and summits, but in kitchens, classrooms, and communities. By sharing traditions, we build bridges. By breaking bread, we break barriers.

So go ahead—slice into this tart, turn up the warmth, and taste the future we’re building together. 🫶🇪🇺

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