Creamy Leek with a Touch of Mustard and White Wine
Traditional leeks in a rich bechamel sauce, enriched with subtle flavorings. The harmony of mustard and white wine gives a sophisticated twist to this Belgian classic.
Prep Time: 10 minutesminutes
Cook Time: 30 minutesminutes
Total Time: 40 minutesminutes
Course: Side dish
Cuisine: Belgian
Keyword: Bechamel sauce, leek
Servings: 4
Calories: 275kcal
Ingredients
Leek
4Tribesleek(washed and sliced into rings)
20gbutter(for the leeks)
2bay leaves
3sprigsfresh thyme
salt and pepper (to taste)
1/2glasswater
Bechamel sauce
40gflower
40gbutter(for the sauce)
400mlmilk
100mldry white wine
1klDijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
pinch nutmeg (optional)
grated cheese(optional)
Instructions
For the leeks:
Melt 20g of butter in a large pan over medium-high heat.
Add the leeks, thyme, and bay leaves. Add the water and simmer until the leeks are soft, about 15-20 minutes.
Remove the thyme sprigs and bay leaves.
For the béchamel sauce:
Melt 50g of butter in a separate pan over medium-high heat.
Add the flour and stir well, cook this mixture for 2 minutes.
Pour in the white wine and milk gradually, keep stirring until you have a smooth sauce.
Add the mustard and season with salt, pepper, and possibly a pinch of nutmeg.
Merge:
Add the stewed leeks to the béchamel sauce and mix well.
Voedingswaarden
Calories: 275kcal
Serve warm, with a little extra cheese sprinkled on top if desired.
Perfect as a side dish with a piece of meat or fish, in my case this was with mashed cauliflower and bratwurst