Leeks with Smoked Ham Gratin — Credit: Flavur / OpenAI

Ingredients

Preparation

1. Remove the green part of the leeks. Cook the white leeks in steam until tender under the point of a knife.
2. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
3. Wrap the leeks in slices of smoked ham.
4. Butter a gratin dish. Transfer the leeks into the dish.
5. In a bowl, beat the egg yolks, cream, and nutmeg. Season with salt and pepper. Pour over the leeks. Cover with grated Gruyere.
6. Bake for 20 minutes. Serve very hot.

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Leeks with Smoked Ham Gratin

Name: Leeks with Smoked Ham Gratin
Prep time: 12 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 37 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 4 leeks; 4 slices of smoked ham; ½ c. tea of nutmeg; 200ml 35% cream; 2 egg yolks; 1 c. to s. butter; 200g grated Gruyere; salt, pepper

Preparation: 12 min

Cooking: 25 min

Servings: 2

Leeks with smoked ham gratin are a comforting and delicious dish. The tender leeks wrapped in smoked ham are topped with a creamy bechamel sauce and melted cheese, then baked in the oven until golden brown. It’s the perfect accompaniment for a roast or can even be a main course, to serve at a family dinner or with friends.