Leek Butter Bean and Chorizo Gratin
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Leek Butter Bean and Chorizo Gratin, a hearty one-dish wonder that's perfect for cozy dinners. This recipe brings together tender leeks, creamy butter beans, and smoky chorizo in a rich sauce of heavy cream and stock, all baked to bubbly perfection under a crispy topping of Parmesan and panko breadcrumbs. The dish is both satisfying and simple, requiring just 15 minutes of prep time before hitting the oven. Packed with bold flavors and textural contrast, it’s an ideal choice for a crowd-pleasing weeknight meal or an impressive yet effortless dinner party centerpiece. Served hot with fresh parsley and a side of crusty bread or salad, this gratin balances indulgence and comfort in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 200 grams chorizo sausage, sliced
- 2 large leeks, trimmed and sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 400 grams canned butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 150 milliliters heavy cream
- 100 milliliters chicken or vegetable stock
- 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 50 grams panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced chorizo and fry for 2-3 minutes until it releases its oil and becomes lightly crispy. Remove the chorizo from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the sliced leeks and cook gently for 5-7 minutes until soft and translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the drained butter beans to the skillet and stir to combine. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken or vegetable stock. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Let the mixture simmer gently for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Return the cooked chorizo to the skillet and mix well. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
In a small bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the gratin.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling.
Remove the gratin from the oven, sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley, and serve hot. This dish pairs beautifully with a crisp green salad or crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
601 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.0 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.9 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 1941 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.5 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 20.8 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 232 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 669 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
