LEEK GRATIN WITH BREAD CRUMBS & BACON

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Categories     Vegetable     Thanksgiving     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 generous pounds leeks
3 TBSP extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and black pepper
1/2 cup each heavy cream and grated Gruyere
1 TBSP each chopped fresh dill and parsley
4 sliced thick cut bacon, cut in small dice
1 cup fresh bread crumbs
1 garlic clove crushed

Steps:

  • Using scissors, clip the leeks dark outer leaves. Remove root ends, quarter leeks lengthwise, then cut crosswise into 2 inch pieces. Soak leeks in 2 changes of water to remove grit; drain well. Heat 2 TBSP of the oil in large skillet over medium high heat. Add leeks; season with salt and pepper and saute' until tender, about 10 minutes. Transfer to medium bowl and mix in cream, cheese, dill and parsley. Wipe out skillet and place over medium low heat. Add bacon and fry until crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain and stir into leeks. Turn leek mixture into a 9 inch pie plate or similar size pan. Heat oven to 450 degrees. Meanwhile, heat a medium skillet over medium low heat. Toss remaining oil with bread crumbs, garlic, and a dash of salt and pepper. Add to skillet and toast until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle over leeks. Bake until bubbly and golden, 12 to 15 minutes.

Modupe Famadewa
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This leek gratin is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. I highly recommend this recipe!


RT RAJIB
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I made this leek gratin for my family and they loved it! It's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Sira Glloboderi
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This leek gratin is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The leeks are cooked until tender and the bread crumbs and bacon add a nice crunch. I highly recommend this recipe!


Sandip Thapa
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I've made this leek gratin several times and it's always a success. It's a great way to use up leftover leeks and it's a delicious and comforting dish.


OKAFOR JUSTICE
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This leek gratin is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. I highly recommend this recipe!


Nh Asif
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I made this leek gratin for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. It's a great dish to share with friends and family.


Izhar Ayoub
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This leek gratin is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The leeks are cooked until tender and the bread crumbs and bacon add a nice crunch. I highly recommend this recipe!


Esther Eduok
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I made this leek gratin for my family and they loved it! It's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Shatrudhan yadav
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This leek gratin is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish. The leeks are cooked until tender and the bread crumbs and bacon add a nice crunch. I highly recommend this recipe!


Md sumon Kan
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I've made this leek gratin several times and it's always a success. It's a great way to use up leftover leeks and it's a delicious and comforting dish.


Ksdkdjsjc Nsxmxn
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This leek gratin is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use up leftover leeks and bread crumbs in this dish.


Mushongo Frans
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I made this leek gratin for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. It's a great dish to serve with a main course or as a side dish.


Adele Turner
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This leek gratin was absolutely delicious! The leeks were cooked to perfection and the bread crumbs and bacon added a nice crunch and flavor. I will definitely be making this again.