Endives au Roquefort

Endives au Roquefort is a delightful French appetizer that combines the crisp bitterness of endive with the rich, creamy tang of Roquefort cheese. This elegant dish is perfect for impressing guests with its sophisticated flavors and simple preparation.

Ingredients

• Endive - 2 heads
• Roquefort cheese - 100 grams
• Cream - 50 ml
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Walnuts - 30 grams, chopped
• Fresh parsley - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Black pepper - to taste
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Cut the endive heads in half lengthwise and remove any bitter core if necessary.
3. In a small bowl, mix the Roquefort cheese and cream until smooth and creamy.
4. Place the endive halves on a baking dish, cut side up, and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper.
5. Spoon the Roquefort mixture generously over each endive half.
6. Sprinkle the chopped walnuts over the top of the endives.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
8. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 9 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 25 mg
• Total Fat: 28 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Endives are low in calories and high in fiber, aiding digestion.
• Roquefort cheese contains beneficial probiotics and is a good source of calcium.

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