Baked Leeks Recipe

Ingredients

Serve 6

• 2 lb/1 kg leeks

• 1 cup/125 g freshly grated Parmesan cheese

• 4 tbsp fine dry bread crumbs

• 1 tbsp finely chopped parsley

• salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

• 4 tbsp butter, melted

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F/180°C/gas 4. Butter a baking dish.

2. Remove the roots and green parts of the leeks and any tough outer leaves. Wash well to remove any dirt.

3. Cook the leeks in salted, boiling water for 10 minutes, or until tender. Drain and transfer to the prepared baking dish.

4. Mix the Parmesan, bread crumbs, parsley, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and sprinkle over the leeks. Drizzle with the melted butter.

5. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until golden. Serve hot.