Description
A comforting dish of buttery, caramelized leeks topped with rich cheddar and Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Leeks (white and light green parts only), sliced thinly
- 2 tablespoons Butter (unsalted)
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (extra virgin)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (sea salt)
- 1/2 teaspoon Sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground)
- 1 1/2 cups Cheddar Cheese (grated, sharp preferred)
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated)
- 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme (chopped, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, combine butter and olive oil over medium heat. Once melted, add the sliced leeks, salt, sugar, and black pepper.
- Sauté the leeks for about 25-30 minutes until they soften and turn golden.
- Lightly grease your baking dish or cast-iron skillet.
- Transfer the cooked leeks to the baking dish and top with grated cheddar and Parmesan.
- Bake uncovered for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Broil for 2-3 minutes for a crispy topping, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm.
Notes
Make ahead by prepping leeks a day in advance and storing them in the fridge. For optimal texture, reheat in the oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cheesy leeks, caramelized leeks, comfort food
