Leeks with Toasted Cheese Sauce
- 700 g even size leeks
- salt
- ground black pepper
- 25 g butter
- 25 g plain white flour
- 124 g light soft cheese, with garlic and herbs
- 15 g freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Place leeks in a pan of cold salted water, bring to the boil and boil for 2-3 min or until tender.
- Drain and reserve 300ml (1/2 pint) of the cooking liquid.
- Melt the butter in a saucepan, add the flour and mix until smooth.
- Blend in the reserved liquid and bring to boil, stirring continuously.
- Add the soft cheese, season and return to the boil.
- Arrange the leeks in a shallow flameproof dish, then pour the sauce over the top and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Place under a preheated grill until golden and bubbling.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of paprika.
- Serve immediately.
leeks, salt, ground black pepper, butter, white flour, light soft cheese, parmesan cheese
Taken from www.food.com/recipe/leeks-with-toasted-cheese-sauce-19342 (may not work)