Belgian-Style Chicory and Cheese Gratin (Witloof)
Belgium · Plant-based · No. 308

Belgian-Style Chicory and Cheese Gratin (Witloof)

A single portion of Belgian cooking, ready in 28 minutes with 8 minutes of prep. Vegetarian, and written for one, so there is nothing to halve.

Prep
8 min
Cook
20 min
Total
28 min
Serves
1
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Method

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 200°C (fan 180°C).

  2. 2

    Simmer the chicory halves in a pan of water for 8–10 minutes until just tender. Drain well and place in an ovenproof dish.

  3. 3

    Melt the butter in a small pan, stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, then gradually whisk in the milk to make a smooth sauce.

  4. 4

    Stir in the mustard, nutmeg and half the cheese until melted.

  5. 5

    Taste and adjust the seasoning.

  6. 6

    Pour the sauce over the chicory, scatter with the remaining cheese, and bake for 10–12 minutes until golden and bubbling.

Use up the rest

Cooking this for one leaves 850 ml milk. These recipes finish them off, so plan one later in the same week.

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