Chicory Casserole with Ham and Cheese Sauce

Clean and halve the chicory, discarding the bitter stalk from the center. Sauté the chicory halves in 30 g butter or light butter for 5 minutes. 2.

2. melt the remaining light butter or butter, sweat flour in it, extinguish with milk. Bring the sauce to a boil while stirring, add the cheese and let it melt, season with salt, pepper and freshly grated muscatel.

Coarsely dice the chicory. Put the chicory in an ovenproof dish. Sprinkle ham cubes on top, pour cheese sauce over. Next, sprinkle the Parmesan cheese on top.

4. bake the chicory casserole in the heated oven at 200 °C (gas 3) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

Serve with boiled potatoes or dark bread.

As a menu suggestion:

Entrée: Carrot-apple raw vegetables

Main course: Chicory casserole with ham and cheese sauce

Dessert: Sour cream with strawberry puree

45 min

Per unit

Our tip: If you like to cook with fresh herbs, it’s best to get kitchen herbs in pots – that way you’ll always have everything on hand!

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