Description
A creamy and savory leek gratin, perfect as a side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs leeks, white and light green parts only, washed and sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups milk
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add leeks and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sprinkle flour over leeks and stir for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened.
- Stir in salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Remove from heat.
- Stir in Gruyere cheese until melted.
- Pour leek mixture into a greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can use heavy cream instead of milk.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little heat.
- Ensure leeks are thoroughly washed to remove any grit.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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