This deliciously rich vegetable side dish forms part of my Easter Lunch Menu. Don't forget you can purchase all of the ingredients for my Easter Lunch in a handy recipe box from Natoora.
Ingredients:
40g unsalted butter
4 leeks, finely sliced
8 shallots, chopped5 sprigs thyme
Glass of white wine
250ml double cream
250g Gruyere, grated
Method:
Step 1: Melt the butter in a pan and gently fry the leeks, shallots and thyme for 5-10 minutes until softened. Pour in the white wine and leave to bubble away for 5 minutes.
Step 2: Add the double cream, season and simmer gently for 5-6 minutes. Transfer to an ovenproof dish and leave to cool.
Step 3: Cover the dish with the grated cheese and bake in the oven for 25 minutes.
Other recipes you might enjoy;
Chorizo, Leek and Thyme Risotto
Leek Bacon and Feta Fritatta
Prawn and Vegetable Curry

5 comments:
Looks and sounds like YUM on a plate!
Okay I am definately coming to stay next time I head down your way! Leeks are one of my favourite veggies but sadly not loved by my boyfriend at all..will just have to come and eat all of yours :)
Leeks are one of my favourite veggies, so I know I would love this dish. Looks divine.
I could make a whole meal of that!
I'm mad about leeks and would happily demolish that entire dish. How delicious!
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