BAKED LEEKS AND HAM SLICES AU GRATIN

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Baked Leeks and Ham Slices au Gratin image

Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, casseroles, side dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 large leeks
Salt to taste
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons flour
2 1/2 cups milk
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 egg yolk
8 slices boiled ham, about 3/4 pound
2 tablespoons chopped shallots
3 tablespoons grated Gruyere or pecorino cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 475 degrees.
  • Cut off the top of the leeks, leaving 2 inches of the green part. Trim off the root ends at the base. Rinse leeks thoroughly in cold water to remove sand.
  • Place leeks in a pot, cover with water and add salt to taste. Bring to a boil and simmer for 8 minutes. Drain and chill.
  • Melt 3 tablespoons of the butter in a saucepan. Add flour, stirring with a wire whisk. When blended add milk, stirring rapidly with whisk. Add salt, pepper, nutmeg and cayenne and blend. Simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and add egg yolk, stirring briskly.
  • Heat the remaining tablespoon butter in a skillet. Add leeks and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook briefly, turning to heat evenly. Place each leek on a slice of ham, at an end.
  • Carefully roll the ham up to form a roulade.
  • Sprinkle shallots in the bottom of a baking dish measuring 11 by 8 inches. Place the roulades close together in a row. Spoon sauce on top and sprinkle with cheese. Bake 10 minutes or until hot and bubbling and nicely glazed on top.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 493, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 49 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 1091 milligrams, Sugar 17 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Shofikul Rahman
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The leeks were tender and flavorful, and the cheese sauce was creamy and delicious. I served it with a side of roasted potatoes and it was a hit with the whole family.


Akmal Rana
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I'm not a fan of leeks, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The leeks were actually quite tasty, and the cheese sauce was amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Andry Smith
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The combination of leeks, ham, and cheese was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Jafer Badr
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's easy to make and it always turns out beautifully. The leeks are tender and flavorful, and the cheese sauce is rich and creamy. I highly recommend this recipe!


Paul Walters
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This recipe is a winner! The leeks are tender and flavorful, and the cheese sauce is rich and creamy. I love that this dish is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Abida Bilal
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The leeks are always tender and flavorful, and the cheese sauce is always creamy and delicious. I love that this dish is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Mohamed Nassar Cell
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. The leeks are always tender and flavorful, and the cheese sauce is always creamy and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe!


sujit mandal
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out great. The leeks are always tender and flavorful, and the cheese sauce is always creamy and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves leeks or ham.


M.d Kawosar
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's easy to make and it always turns out beautifully. The leeks are tender and flavorful, and the cheese sauce is rich and creamy. I highly recommend this recipe!


Tinashe Chivunya P
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and I received several compliments. The leeks were tender and flavorful, and the cheese sauce was just the right amount of cheesy and creamy.


No Love
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This recipe is a winner! The leeks are tender and flavorful, and the cheese sauce is rich and creamy. I love that this dish is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Georgio Rayess
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The leeks are always tender and flavorful, and the cheese sauce is always creamy and delicious. I love that this dish is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Lulama Machebe
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. The leeks are always tender and flavorful, and the cheese sauce is always creamy and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe!


Mihael Stojakovic
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out great. The leeks are always tender and flavorful, and the cheese sauce is always creamy and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves leeks or ham.


Zeeinelbdeen Mustafa
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I'm not a big fan of leeks, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I'm glad I did! The leeks were surprisingly delicious, and the cheese sauce was amazing. This dish is definitely a winner!


A W
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This was my first time making baked leeks and ham slices au gratin, and I was really happy with the results. The dish was easy to make and it turned out beautifully. The leeks were tender and flavorful, and the ham added a nice salty touch. The chees


Mohamed Borkhan Sherif
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and I received several compliments. The leeks were especially delicious, and the cheese sauce was just the right amount of cheesy and creamy.


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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The leeks were tender and flavorful, and the ham added a nice salty touch. The cheese sauce was rich and creamy, and it all came together perfectly. This is a definitely a keeper!


Nik Master
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This baked leeks and ham slices au gratin was a real treat! The combination of flavors was perfect, and the dish was incredibly creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.