Belgian endives in ham chicons gratin

gruyere cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: emmental cheese

Emmental is a more affordable cheese that melts well.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: pecorino cheese

Pecorino is less expensive and offers a similar flavor.

Trim the ends of the endives and remove any damaged outer leaves.

In a frying pan, arrange the endives and add a pinch of salt.

Blanch the endives in boiling salted water for a few minutes until slightly tender.

Wrap each endive in a slice of parma ham.

In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat and whisk in flour, cooking for 2-3 minutes until golden.

Gradually add milk, whisking continuously until the sauce thickens.

Stir in grated swiss cheese and black pepper until melted and smooth.

Place the wrapped endives in a baking dish and pour the cheese sauce over them.

Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top for a crispy finish.

Bake in the preheated oven until golden and bubbling.

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