Belgian Endive And Ham Casserole
This is one of my favourite vegetable recipes. It is a real indulgence, and one i usually use for special occasions. It originates from the netherlands, and is a family recipe. It is so good! A tasty way to serve belgian endive, or
Steps
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees f.
Trim the ends from the endives.
Cook the endives in boiling salted water for 10- 12 minutes or until tender crisp.
Drain well.
When cool enough to handle , wrap each one with a slice of ham and place them in a 9 x 13 casserole dish.
Sauce: meanwhile , in a small saucepan , heat the butter until bubbly , and add the flour.
Cook , stirring for a minute until it is well blended.
Add the milk , and whisk smooth.
Turn the heat down.
Stir in the grated cheese , and add the salt and pepper and pinch of cayenne pepper , and simmer for another minute.
Pour the sauce over the endives , and bake at 350 for 30 minutes , or until hot and bubbly.
Ingredients
belgian endive, black forest ham, butter, flour, milk, cheddar cheese, cayenne pepper, salt & freshly ground black pepper