Cheesy leeks & ham

• small leeks↗8

  white part only

• slices cooked ham↗8
• cheddar↗100g g

  grated

• Dijon mustard↗2 tbsp
• crème fraîche↗6 tbsp

  (full or half-fat)

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Heat oven to 200C/fan180C/gas 6. Cook the leeks in a pan of boiling salted water for 4-5 mins or until just tender. Drain and cool under a cold tap to stop them from cooking any further, then drain again well and pat dry on kitchen paper.

2. 2

   Wrap each leek in a slice of ham, then arrange, side-by-side, in a large baking dish. Mix the cheddar in a bowl with the Dijon mustard and crème fraîche, until well combined. Season to taste. Spread over the leeks, then bake for 15-20 mins until bubbling and golden brown. Serve at once with plenty of crusty bread to mop up the juices.