PANCETTA-WRAPPED LEEK GRATIN

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I'm all about simply prepared vegetables, but every once in a while I need to cover them in caramelized pork and cheese, and this stunningly delicious pancetta-wrapped leek gratin was one of those times. I love those times.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 large leeks, ends trimmed and sliced in half lengthwise
4 ounces pancetta, thinly sliced, or more as needed
2 teaspoons olive oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch cayenne, or to taste
¼ cup chicken broth
¼ cup white wine
⅓ cup heavy whipping cream
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Wrap each leek half in pancetta.
  • Drizzle olive into a baking dish and use a pastry brush to spread oil over the bottom of the dish and partway up the sides. Season dish with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Place leeks close together cut-side down into the prepared baking dish. Pour chicken broth and wine over leeks. Cover baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and set it on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until just tender, about 45 minutes. Uncover the baking dish, pour cream over the top, and spread Parmigiano-Reggiano over the top. Return to oven and bake until cheese is golden and sauce is bubbling, 15 to 20 minutes more. Cool for 10 minutes before transferring leeks to a deep plate; ladle wine-cream sauce over the top and garnish with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.6 calories, Carbohydrate 11.6 g, Cholesterol 33.9 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 267.1 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

Dil Kumari Sapkota
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I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Atta Urrahman
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This gratin is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. The leeks are tender and the pancetta adds a nice salty flavor.


Ch Rayyan
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I've made this gratin several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great dish to serve for company or for a special occasion.


Juna Shrestha
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This gratin is a delicious and elegant dish. It's perfect for a special occasion or a dinner party.


Cooper Hayward
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a dinner party and everyone loved it. The gratin was easy to make and turned out beautifully.


Suraj Magrati
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I'm not a huge fan of leeks, but I really enjoyed this gratin. The pancetta and cheese really balanced out the flavor of the leeks.


Anna Saunders
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This gratin was delicious! The leeks were cooked perfectly and the pancetta added a nice salty flavor. I would definitely make this again.


Mezn Ahsan
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I made this gratin for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


mir nadimulislam
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This gratin was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The flavors were amazing and the presentation was beautiful.


Dorothy Avery
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I was looking for a new recipe to try with leeks and this one caught my eye. I'm so glad I made it! The gratin was delicious and the pancetta added a nice crispy touch.


MD ROKONUZZGIMAN KHAN
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This gratin is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. The leeks are tender and the pancetta adds a nice salty flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Suzanne Waring
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I've made this gratin several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great dish to serve for company or for a special occasion.


Suhani Tamang
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a dinner party and everyone loved it. The leeks were cooked perfectly and the pancetta added a nice crispy touch.


Yousaf Mahni
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook leeks, and this recipe didn't disappoint. The pancetta and cheese added a richness that really elevated the dish.


Shameer Ahmad
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This gratin was delicious! The flavors were well-balanced and the texture was perfect. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Star Status
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I'll definitely be making it again for future gatherings.


Guy
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This gratin was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The leeks were tender and the pancetta was crispy. I served it with a side of roasted potatoes and it was a perfect meal.


Sahil Imran
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I'm not usually a fan of leeks, but this dish changed my mind. The pancetta and cheese really balanced out the flavor of the leeks. I'll definitely be making this again.


Blessed King
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Wow! This dish was a hit at our dinner party. Everyone raved about the flavors and textures. The leeks were cooked to perfection and the pancetta added a nice salty touch. Definitely a keeper!


Prakash Chaudhary
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This pancetta-wrapped leek gratin was an absolute delight! The combination of crispy pancetta, tender leeks, and creamy cheese was heavenly. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. Will definitely be making this again!