World Flavors Cookbook

Witloofrolletjes (Endive Gratin)

Name: Witloofrolletjes (Endive Gratin)
Cook time: 40 min
Cuisine: Belgium
Ingredients: 8 Belgian endives; 8 slices of boiled ham; 500ml béchamel sauce; 200g Gruyère or Emmental cheese; Butter; Lemon juice; Nutmeg

Braised Belgian endives wrapped in ham and baked in a rich cheese sauce.

Cuisine: Belgium

Ingredients

8 Belgian endives
8 slices of boiled ham
500ml béchamel sauce
200g Gruyère or Emmental cheese
Butter
Lemon juice
Nutmeg

Instructions

1. Braise endives in butter and lemon juice until soft. Drain well. 2. Wrap each endive in a slice of ham. 3. Place in a baking dish. 4. Cover with béchamel sauce and plenty of cheese. 5. Bake at 400°F (200°C) until golden and bubbly. 6. Serve with mashed potatoes.