Endives Au Jambon

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1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).

   Около 5 мин

2. 2

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the endives and blanch for 5 minutes, then drain thoroughly.

   Около 10 мин

   Бележка на готвача: Blanching helps to reduce the bitterness of the endives.

3. 3

   In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to create a roux.

   Около 3 мин

   Бележка на готвача: Cooking the roux properly prevents a raw flour taste in the béchamel.

4. 4

   Gradually whisk in the warmed milk until the sauce is smooth and thick. Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper.

   Около 5 мин

   Бележка на готвача: Add the milk slowly to prevent lumps from forming in the béchamel.

5. 5

   Take each blanched endive and wrap it tightly in a slice of ham. Place the wrapped endives seam-side down in a baking dish.

   Около 5 мин

6. 6

   Pour the béchamel sauce evenly over the wrapped endives. Sprinkle the grated Gruyère cheese over the top.

   Около 2 мин

7. 7

   Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese is golden brown.

   Около 25 мин

8. 8

   Serve immediately as a comforting main course.