Name: Cheesy Leek and Potato Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 3
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 2 large Leeks, trimmed sliced and washed; 700g (24.5oz) of potatoes, sliced thinly; 120ml (1/2 cup) of chicken or vegetable stock; 2 cloves of garlic, crushed; 60g (2oz) of parmesan cheese, grated; 50g (1.7oz) of mozzarella cheese, grated; cooking oil spray; Salt and Black Pepper; fresh chopped parsley

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Delicious Cheesy Leek and Potato Bake - easy to make with thinly sliced potatoes, sweet leeks and a delicious golden cheesy topping, perfect as a comforting side dish or simple main meal.

cheesy leek and potato bake in a le Creuset oval dish on wooden board with plates and fork

Who doesn't love a dish with potatoes and cheese? You won't ever see me raising my hand to that question. Cheesy potato anything is just like the perfect combo. You could literally put it on the menu every single day and I don't think I would ever complain. Add some leeks to the mix and well, that's heaven right there. Cheesy yummy Leek and Potato Bake - oh my!!

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Calories in Cheesy Leek and Potato Bake

This recipe serves 3 and is 370 calories per serving.

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Ingredients Notes

To make this recipe you will need the following ingredients:

Leeks: Add a lovely mild sweet onion flavour that works perfectly baked with the potatoes and cheese. Make sure to wash them well after slicing as dirt can hide between the layers.
Potatoes: Thinly sliced potatoes become soft and creamy as they bake while soaking up all the delicious flavours.
Chicken or Vegetable Stock: Adds flavour and helps keep the potatoes tender while baking.
Garlic: Fresh garlic adds extra savoury flavour throughout the dish.
Parmesan Cheese: Adds a rich salty flavour and helps create a delicious golden topping.
Mozzarella Cheese: Melts beautifully and adds that lovely cheesy stretch and creaminess.
Cooking Oil Spray: Used to help soften the leeks and prevent sticking without needing lots of oil.
Salt and Black Pepper: Important for seasoning and bringing out all the flavours in the dish.
Fresh Parsley: Adds freshness and a lovely finishing touch before serving.

Once you've gathered all the ingredients and prepared them accordingly, you're all set to create this easy and delightful recipe.

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Variations and Substitutes

This potato and leek bake is really easy to adapt depending on what ingredients you have on hand or what flavours you enjoy most.

Sweet potato can be used for part of the potatoes for a slightly sweeter flavour.
Gruyère, cheddar or gouda all work really well instead of mozzarella.
Add cooked bacon or ham for extra flavour and protein.
Mushrooms or spinach make great additions for extra vegetables.
Fresh thyme or rosemary pair really well with the leeks and potatoes.
A little chilli flakes or black pepper adds extra warmth.
Cream cheese or a splash of light cream can be added for a richer creamier bake.
Swap the parmesan for vegetarian hard cheese if needed.
Vegetable stock keeps the dish vegetarian, but chicken stock adds extra depth of flavour.
Thinly sliced zucchini layered through the bake works really well too.
Add a sprinkle of breadcrumbs on top before baking for extra crunch.

Tips for the Best Potato and Leek Bake

Slice the potatoes as thinly and evenly as possible so they cook through properly while baking. A mandoline is really helpful for this if you have one.
If your potato slices are a little thicker, you may need to parboil them for a few minutes first to ensure they become soft and tender in the oven.
Grating your own cheese rather than using pre-grated cheese helps give a smoother melt and better golden topping.
Let the bake rest for a few minutes before serving so it holds together better when spooned onto plates.

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Storing, Freezing and Reheating

Storing

Allow the potato and leek bake to cool before covering or transferring to an airtight container and storing in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Freezing

This bake can be frozen, although the texture of the potatoes may soften slightly once defrosted and reheated. Allow to cool completely before transferring to freezer safe containers and freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Reheating

Reheat in the oven, covered loosely with foil, until heated through and piping hot in the centre. Individual portions can also be reheated in the microwave until hot throughout.

wooden spoon dishing up leek and potato bake from oval baking dish

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Recipe Card

Yield: SERVES 3

Cheesy Leek and Potato Bake

Delicious Cheesy Leek and Potato Bake - easy to make and perfect as a side dish or even main course.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 55 minutes

Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes

Ingredients

2 large Leeks, trimmed sliced and washed
700g (24.5oz) of potatoes, sliced thinly
120ml (½ cup) of chicken or vegetable stock
2 cloves of garlic, crushed
60g (2oz) of parmesan cheese, grated
50g (1.7oz) of mozzarella cheese, grated
cooking oil spray
Salt and Black Pepper
fresh chopped parsley

Instructions

Preheat oven to 180c fan, 200c of 400f (gas mark 6)
Spray a frying pan over a medium high heat with some cooking oil spray, add the leeks and garlic and fry until softened. Season with salt and black pepper
Add half the leek mixture to the oven proof dish, then add half the potatoes in a layer. Sprinkle with 30g of parmesan cheese.
Add the other half of the leeks, then a final layer of potatoes.
Pour over the chicken or vegetable stock
Top with the mozzarella cheese and other 30g of parmesan cheese and bake in the oven until the top is golden and the potatoes are cooked through. (Approx 40-45 mins)
Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley and black pepper
Serve and enjoy!!

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Nutrition Information

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Serving Size

1 SERVING
Amount Per Serving Calories 370Total Fat 10gSaturated Fat 6gTrans Fat 0gCholesterol 36mgSodium 544mgCarbohydrates 47gFiber 8gSugar 4gProtein 17g

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