Cheesy Aged Havarti Kale au Gratin

Name: Cheesy Aged Havarti Kale au Gratin
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 2 large shallots, finely chopped; 5 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 bunch kale, stems removed and roughly chopped (about 8 cups); 2 cups double cream; 6 oz grated Castello® Aged havarti cheese; 1 tsp kosher salt; ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper; 2 tsp minced, fresh thyme; ¼ tsp nutmeg; ¾ cup panko

Prep 10 min Cook 35 min 6 servings

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ingredients

2 large shallots, finely chopped
5 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 bunch kale, stems removed and roughly chopped (about 8 cups)
2 cups double cream
6 oz grated Castello® Aged havarti cheese
1 tsp kosher salt
½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
2 tsp minced, fresh thyme
¼ tsp nutmeg
¾ cup panko

preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.

2. In a large braiser, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the shallots to the pan and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 more minute.

3. Add half of the kale, stirring to combine and cover, cooking until kale has wilted about 3 minutes. Uncover, add remaining kale, cover and cook until wilted, about 3 more minutes.

4. Add the cream, 4 ounces of Havarti, salt, pepper, thyme and nutmeg. Stir to combine.

5. In a small bowl, combine the panko with remaining 3 tablespoons of oil.

6. Top kale with remaining cheese bake and panko and bake until golden brown about 20 minutes.

7. Serve warm directly from braiser