Roasted Leeks with Ham

recipe

• Step 1
  Preheat the oven to 180°C. Slice the ends off of the leeks & discard the darker green bits. Cut the leeks into sections & rinse thoroughly to remove all impurities.
• Step 2
  In a pot of salted boiling water, add the leeks. Pre-cook them for 10-12 min then drain them. Slice each section in half lengthwise.
• Step 3
  Meanwhile, cut the ham slices into thick strips.
• Step 4
  In an oven-proof dish, add the leeks in an even layer. Season with salt & pepper. Add the grated cheese, crème fraîche* & sliced ham. Repeat for another 2 layers before topping the dish off with some extra grated cheese. Bake in the oven for 30 min at 180°C. *Check out our tips for this step
• Step 5
  Once the roasted leeks with ham are cooked through & golden on top, remove them from the oven. Serve them in a plate with a side of green salad. Enjoy !