Step 1

Combine the flour, chilled butter, and 1 tbsp of cold water in a food processor.  Mix until they're barely combined, do not over mix.  You can also do this manually.

Step 2

Form a disc with the dough and wrap it in plastic.  Place the disc in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

Step 3

Take the dough out of the refrigerator.  Using a rolling pin, flatten the dough and place it in an 8-inch pie form.

Step 4

Trim the sides and place the pie form in the freezer for 30 minutes.

Step 5

While the dough is still in the freezer, preheat the oven to 220°C (425 °F).

Step 6

Make holes in the dough by pricking it randomly with a fork.

Step 7

Place dough in the oven for 12 to 15 minutes.

Step 8

Set aside to cool.

Step 9

Adjust oven temperature to 200°C (375°F).

Step 10

In a large bowl, combine cheese, pepper, eggs, and cream.  Use a whisk to mix evenly.

Step 11

Pour cheese mixture into the prebaked pastry.

Step 12

Place pie form in the oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the mixture has solidified.

Step 13

Take cheese pie out of the oven and set aside for at least 20 minutes.

Step 14

Garnish with chopped chives and serve.