Endives with Ham: The Best Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 endives
• 4 slices of cooked ham
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup grated Gruyere cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Cut the base of the endives and remove the outer leaves if needed.
3. In a pot, cook the endives in salted boiling water for about 15 minutes or until tender. Drain them and let them cool.
4. Wrap each endive in a slice of ham and place them in a baking dish.
5. In another pot, melt the butter over medium heat and whisk in the flour until smooth.
6. Slowly add the milk while whisking constantly, until the sauce thickens and becomes smooth.
7. Add the grated cheese and stir until melted.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Pour the cheese sauce over the endives and ham.
10. Bake in the oven for about 15-20 minutes or until the sauce is golden brown.
11. Serve hot and enjoy!

Verdict and Serving Suggestions

Endives with ham is a classic French dish that combines the slightly bitter taste of endives with the salty and savory ham, all wrapped in a creamy cheese sauce. This recipe is the best way to prepare it, as it is easy to make and yields fantastic results that are sure to impress your guests.

You can serve these endives as a main dish with a simple side salad or as a side dish to accompany a roast meat or poultry. The dish pairs well with a glass of white wine, such as a Chardonnay or Pinot Gris. Enjoy!