Leek, Anster Cheese and Chive Gratin

 

3 leeks, trimmed and sliced diagonally

4 tbsp butter, melted

100g Anster cheese

2 tbsp chopped chives

4 tbsp coarse breadcrumbs

1 x 300ml pot creme fraiche

  • Preheat the oven to 180C, fan 160C, gas 4. Scatter the leeks in a shallow ovenproof baking dish, toss with half the butter, season and cover with kitchen foil. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until tender.
  • Put the cheese into a mixing bowl and mix with the chives, breadcrumbs, the rest of the melted butter and some seasoning.
  • Heat the creme fraiche in a pan. When ready, remove the leeks from the oven, pour the creme fraiche over the top and mix together. Scatter with the cheesy breadcrumb mixture and bake for 15-20 mnutes or until bubbling and golden.

 

Posted on 9th November, 2011

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