AWESOME POTATO AU GRATIN WITH FENNEL AND LEEK
This is a rich, delicious side dish worthy of Thanksgiving but also good for a backyard picnic. The recipe takes a some work but is worth the effort. No exotic techniques needed. I found this recipe in a magazine (sorry I don't know which one) several years ago and clipped it. I have a big box of clippings I have been going...
Provided by Kathie Carr
Categories Vegetables
Time 1h25m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Use only the fennel bulbs, not tops. Core each and cut off bottom. The slice length-wise into 1/4 inch slices. Set aside. Remove root, tough outer leaves, and tops from leeks. Wash thoroughly and slice in 1/4 inch slices. Set aside. Peel and slice potatoes. Set aside.
- 2. In a large skillet (at medium heat) saute fennel and leeks in melted butter for about 5 minutes. Add 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon thyme, and cover skillet. Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes. Set aside.
- 3. In a large plastic zip-lock bag combine potatoes, flour, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Shake bag to coat potatoes well. Arrange half of potatoes in a buttered 9 by 13 inch baking pan or casserole. Mix half and half and milk and pour 1/2 of this over potatoes. Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups cheese over potatoes, then sprinkle with 1 teaspoon thyme. Spoon fennel and leek mixture over this next. Top with remaining potatoes. Pour remaining milk mixture over this, sprinkle remaining cheese, thyme, and pepper. Bake covered for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake 15 minutes more, or until browned. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love
unicorn_2008 santana
[email protected]This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Panfilo_dontcare
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the potatoes to cook all the way through. I think I might have sliced them too thick. But other than that, the dish was delicious.
Mr Nouman
[email protected]This dish was a bit too rich for my taste, but my husband loved it. I think I'll try making it again with less cheese next time.
Ram Shyam
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out great. I've made it for potlucks, dinner parties, and even just for my family. It's always a hit.
James Browning
[email protected]This was a delicious and easy to make side dish. I used a mandoline to slice the potatoes and it worked perfectly. The fennel and leek added a nice flavor and the cheese was perfectly melted and gooey.
Marvin Rodas
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of potato au gratin, but this recipe changed my mind. The fennel and leek added a really nice flavor and the dish was so creamy and cheesy. I'll definitely be making this again.
HUJA F SikdaR
[email protected]I made this for a dinner party and everyone raved about it. It was the perfect side dish to my roasted chicken. Thanks for sharing this recipe!
Jilalu Ab
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and turned out great! I loved the crispy cheese topping and the creamy potato filling. Definitely a keeper!
William Dennis
[email protected]I've never tried potato au gratin with fennel and leek before, but I'm so glad I did! It was absolutely delicious. The fennel and leek added a really nice depth of flavor.
SK saidul sardar
[email protected]This potato au gratin with fennel and leek was a hit! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the dish was so creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.