Creamed Cheddar Leeks

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This is a James Martin recipe that he used on his Christmas shows. I also use this recipe for part of our Christmas lunch, (or our Sunday roast) as it can be prepared well in advance and then finished in the oven just before serving. Leeks, cream and cheese are a match made in heaven and this is no exception. I hope you enjoy it.

by Noo8820·published 2008-06-24

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Servings

(4–8)

Total time

45 min

prep 15 min

Calories / serving

567 kcal

Ingredients (7)

serves

40 g unsalted butterbutter
4 leeksleek
8 shallots, choppedshallot
5 sprigs thymethyme
150 ml white winewhite-wine
10 tablespoons double creamheavy-cream
250 g grated cheddar cheesecheddar

Instructions (4 steps)

01Melt the butter in a frying pan. Gently fry the finely sliced leeks, shallots and thyme until soft. Pour in the wine and leave to bubble for approx 5 minutes.
02Add the cream and season to taste. Simmer for about 5-6 minutes.
03Transfer to an ovenproof dish and cool.
04Preheat oven to Gas 4. Cover the leeks with the grated cheese and bake for 20-30 minutes.

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