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Spinach and Leek Gratin with Roquefort Crumb Topping

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Spinach and Leek Gratin with Roquefort Crumb ToppingLeo Gong

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    45 minutes

  • Yield

    Makes 8 servings

Ingredients

5 tablespoons butter, divided
3 1/2 tablespoons horseradish Dijon mustard, divided
2 1/3 cups fresh breadcrumbs from crustless French bread
1 cup crumbled Roquefort cheese (generous 4 ounces)
3 9-ounce bags spinach leaves
1 8-ounce leek, halved lengthwise, thinly sliced crosswise (about 3 cups)
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F. Melt 3 tablespoons butter in medium skillet over medium-high heat. Mix in 2 tablespoons mustard, then breadcrumbs. Sauté until breadcrumbs are golden, about 5 minutes. Cool briefly. Mix in cheese.

    Step 2

    Toss 1 1/2 bags spinach in large nonstick pot over high heat until wilted, about 3 minutes. Transfer to sieve set over bowl. Repeat with remaining spinach. Press on spinach to drain.

    Step 3

    Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in same pot over medium-high heat. Add leek; sauté 4 minutes. Add cream, remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons mustard, and spinach. Toss until thick and blended, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to 7x11-inch baking dish. Top with breadcrumb mixture. Bake until bubbling, about 10 minutes.

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