Endive and Ham Gratin

Anamaria Negoita

Endive and Ham Gratin is one of those simple dishes that feels quietly special. The endive turns tender and slightly sweet as it caramelizes, the ham adds a savory wrap, and everything melts together under a creamy sauce and golden cheese. Finished with fresh parsley, it’s warm, comforting, and beautifully balanced — the kind of meal that makes ordinary ingredients shine.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Course Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine European

Servings Servings

Calories 571 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

500 g endive
150 g ham thinly sliced
100 g Emmental cheese grated
2 tbsp parsley fresh, chopped

For caramelizing:

2 tbsp brown sugar
30 g butter

For the sauce:

40g (3 Tbsp) butter
2 tbsp flour
250 ml vegetable broth
300 ml milk
Salt
pepper
A pinch of nutmeg

Instructions

Prepare the Endive: Trim the base of the endive, remove any damaged outer leaves, and cut each one in half lengthwise.
Coat with Sugar: Spread the brown sugar on a plate and press the cut side of the endive into the sugar so it is lightly coated.
Caramelize: Melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat, place the endive cut-side down, and cook until the sugar melts and forms a golden caramel layer while the endive softens slightly; turn gently and cook briefly on the other side.
Wrap with Ham: Remove the endive from the pan, wrap each half tightly with a slice of ham, and arrange them neatly in a greased casserole dish.
Prepare the Sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan, stir in the flour, cook briefly while whisking, then gradually add vegetable broth and milk, stirring continuously until smooth and thickened; season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
Assemble: Pour the sauce evenly over the ham-wrapped endive so everything is coated but not drowning, then sprinkle generously with grated Emmental cheese.
Bake: Bake at 200°C until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
Finish: Remove from the oven and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 571kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 26gFat: 42gSaturated Fat: 24gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 127mgSodium: 1222mgPotassium: 881mgFiber: 5gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 5064IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 531mgIron: 2mg

Keyword Baked chicory, Baked Chicory with Ham, chicory

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