Au gratin scorzonera recipe

Au Gratin Scorzonera recipe

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In this blog post I will guide you thru the steps and ingredients needed to craft this recipe. Grab your favorite apron and let's start.
This recipe for Au Gratin Scorzonera is a delightful way to enjoy this unique root vegetable. Scorzonera, also known as black salsify, has a delicate flavor that pairs perfectly with the creamy and cheesy gratin topping. The dish is easy to make and can be served as a side or a main course. With its rich and comforting flavors, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.

Keywords: Au gratin, scorzonera, recipe, root vegetable, creamy and cheesy.

Au gratin scorzonera recipe details

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Ingredients

2 kg	scorzonera
1	lemon, grated peel and juice
1 slice(s)	white bread
30 g	freshly grated Parmesan cheese
4 sprig(s)	thyme, chopped
4 sprig(s)	parsley, chopped
300 ml	milk
8 slice(s)	cooked ham
5 tbsp	wine vinegar
4 tbsp	flour
	salt and pepper
2 tbsp	butter
300 ml	vegetable stock
	sugar
	butter, in flakes

Instructions

In a bowl combine water, 2 tablespoons of vinegar and 2 tablespoons of flour. Peel the scorzonera in the water, wearing kitchen gloves. Afterwards cook the vegetables in salted water with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice for 15-20 minutes.

Grate the bread and mix the breadcrumbs with the cheese.

In a saucepan, melt the butter. Add 2 tablespoons of flour and cook stirring for a minute. Pour in the milk and stock and bring to a boil, stirring constantly with a wire whisk. Add the lemon peel and cook over low heat for 5 minutes. Season to taste with lemon juice, salt, pepper and sugar. Stir in the parsley and thyme.

Halve the ham slices. Roll ever 3-4 stalks of scorzonera into half a slice of ham. Place the packets side by side into a large and shallow casserole dish. Cover with the sauce and sprinkle with the cheese mixture. Divide butter flakes on top and grill in the hot oven until golden.

Preparation time:
ca. 20 min
Cooking / Baking Time:
ca. 30 min
Grade of difficulty:
easy
Calories per portion:
n/a