Creamed Leeks - cooking recipe

Ingredients

40 g unsalted butter
4 leeks
8 shallots, chopped
5 sprigs thyme
150 ml white wine
10 tablespoons double cream
250 g grated cheddar cheese

Preparation

Melt the butter in a frying pan. Gently fry the finely sliced leeks, shallots and thyme until soft. Pour in the wine and leave to bubble for approx 5 minutes.
Add the cream and season to taste. Simmer for about 5-6 minutes.
Transfer to an ovenproof dish and cool.
Preheat oven to Gas 4. Cover the leeks with the grated cheese and bake for 20-30 minutes.