Endive and Leek Gratin

Ingredients

• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Breadcrumbs (1/2 cup)
• Parmesan cheese (1/2 cup, grated)
• Gruyere cheese (1 cup, grated)
• Milk (2 cups)
• All (purpose flour - 3 tablespoons)
• Butter (3 tablespoons)
• Leeks (2, white and light green parts only, sliced)
• Endives (4, halved lengthwise)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the endives and leeks and cook for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
3. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
4. Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
5. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the grated Gruyere cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Place the cooked endives and leeks in a baking dish. Pour the cheese sauce over the top.
7. In a small bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs. Sprinkle the mixture over the gratin.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
9. Serve hot as a side dish.