Cheesy leek gratin
These creamy cheesy leeks are so quick and simple to make, which makes them a perfect side dish.
What goes well with these leeks?
I like to serve these alongside my roast chicken or even some gammon.
Creamy leek gratin
Ingredients
- 2 leeks, sliced
- 15 g unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- pinch of salt
Cheese sauce
- 15 g unsalted butter
- 15 g plain flour
- 150 ml semi skimmed milk
- 55 g cheddar cheese, grated plus a little extra for sprinkling on top
Instructions
- In a frying pan, melt the butter and add the olive oil, then turn the heat down add the leeks (and bacon if using) and gently fry the leeks until softened with a pinch of salt sprinkled on top. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 180℃
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over a medium heat. With a balloon whisk add the flour and whisk continuously for a minute.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, a little at a time. Cook for around 5 mins until thickened and smooth.
- Remove the sauce from the hob, add the cheese and stir until it is well combined and melted.
- Add the leeks (and bacon) and a pinch of pepper to the cheese sauce to combine together. Pour into a small shallow dish, sprinkle with a little cheese and place in the oven for 20-25mins until golden.