Quick Cheesy Salmon and Leek-Potato Gratin - Sautéed potatoes, served with a side of salmon and a layer of melted cheese
In the heart of the cold season, a comforting and nutritious dish graces our tables - the Leek-Potato Bake with Salmon. This recipe, crafted by Laura Stunz, is a perfect addition to your evening meals.
The dish is a harmonious blend of potatoes, milk, cheese, and salmon, enriched with the tangy-sharp flavor of leeks and the melting goodness of cheese.
To prepare this delightful bake, you'll need 2 garlic cloves, 1 kg of mainly waxy potatoes, 3 leek stalks, a 500g salmon fillet, 2 eggs, 150 ml of vegetable broth, 100 g of cream, 50 ml of milk, 1 tsp of dill, 1 tbsp of dried parsley, salt, pepper, and 80 g of grated cheese like Emmental or mountain cheese.
Preparation time is a swift minute, followed by a bit more time in the kitchen. Start by preheating your oven to 200 degrees top/bottom heat. Next, peel and finely chop the garlic cloves, slice the potatoes thinly, clean and cut the leeks into approximately 0.5 cm thick slices, rinse and dice the salmon, and alternately layer the leeks, salmon, and potatoes in a baking dish.
The mixture for the dish is made by combining the garlic cloves with eggs, vegetable broth, milk, cream, dill, dried parsley, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the layered vegetables and bake the dish in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes before sprinkling with the grated cheese and baking for another 20 minutes until the cheese is golden brown.
Leeks, the star ingredient in this recipe, are not only delicious but also offer seasonal benefits mainly in spring and fall. They provide a mild onion-like taste that caramelizes well when cooked properly, making them excellent for enhancing dishes like soups, risottos, and roasted sides. During the cold season, leeks help fight viruses and germs, making them a valuable addition to your meals.
The Leek-Potato Bake with Salmon is a good source of fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants, supporting digestion and immune health. Potatoes provide carbohydrates for energy, vitamin C, potassium, and fiber, which supports satiety and blood sugar balance. Salmon, rich in omega-3 fatty acids, high-quality protein, and vitamin D, promotes heart, brain, and bone health.
So, on those chilly evenings, warm up with the Leek-Potato Bake with Salmon. Its nutritional benefits and comforting flavors make it a perfect choice for the current season. Enjoy your cooking!
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