Colleen F.: "This a rich and very filling dish. I cooked my ba…" Read More
8Ingredients
580Calories
50Minutes
Leeks are the king of onions and provide a hearty depth to a recipe. This recipe for Gratin of Leeks, Bacon and Cheddar is just want you want for a decadent bowl of goodness. It takes 50 minutes to prepare this dish that taste great as a dip with your favorite vegetables, chips, or bread. This super rich and decadent recipe combines salty bacon with creamy cheese for a gratin that will melt in your mouth.
Ingredients
- 10 slices bacon
- 600 grams leeks (small)
- 250 milliliters broth
- 2 tablespoons grain mustard
- 2 tablespoons clotted cream
- 60 grams grated cheddar
- 3 tablespoons breadcrumbs
- olive oil
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 190 °C.
- Peel the leeks, wash them.
- Cut them into sections of 4 cm.
- Heat a frying pan, with a tablespoon of olive oil, and fry the bacon cut into small pieces so it becomes golden.
- Add directly to the pan and cook the leeks over low heat to make them more tender.
- Add the stock and mustard and continue cooking for 10 minutes.
- Add the cream and most of the grated cheese (do not hesitate to remove a little of the cooking liquid before adding the cream if there is too much).
- Place the vegetables in a baking dish, then cover with the breadcrumbs, remaining cheese and a little olive oil. Bake for 20 minutes so they will be well browned.
NutritionView more
580Calories
Sodium43%DV1040mg
Fat71%DV46g
Protein33%DV17g
Carbs8%DV25g
Fiber12%DV3g
PER SERVING *
| Calories580Calories from Fat410 |
| % DAILY VALUE* |
| Total Fat46g71% |
| Saturated Fat16g80% |
| Trans Fat |
| Cholesterol75mg25% |
| Sodium1040mg43% |
| Potassium510mg15% |
| Protein17g33% |
| Calories from Fat410 |
| % DAILY VALUE* |
| Total Carbohydrate25g8% |
| Dietary Fiber3g12% |
| Sugars6g12% |
| Vitamin A |
| Vitamin C |
| Calcium |
| Iron |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Reviews(1)
Yummly User
Colleen F. 10 Jul 2015
This a rich and very filling dish. I cooked my bacon so it was extra crispy, but careful not to burn it. I liked the smokiness it added to the gratin.
