Instructions :
Preparation
- Preheat the oven : Set the temperature to 180°C (thermostat 6).
- Prepare the endives : Wash them, remove the damaged outer leaves, and cut them into thin strips.
- Cooking the sausages : Heat a frying pan over medium heat. Add the sausages and cook until golden brown. Remove from the pan and cut into rounds.
Assembly
- Arrange in the dish : In a gratin dish, start with a layer of endives. Then add a layer of sausage slices, then sprinkle with grated Gruyère cheese.
- Season : Sprinkle salt, pepper and nutmeg on each layer before adding the next.
- Add the cream : Pour the crème fraîche evenly over the top of the dish.
Cooking
- Bake : Place the dish in the oven and cook for about 30 minutes, until the cheese is nicely browned and golden.
Service
- Serve hot : Accompany this endive fondue with smoked sausages with fresh bread for a complete and comforting meal.
Tips and Variations
- Cheese variation : Replace the Gruyere with Comté or Emmental for a different flavor.
- Adding vegetables : Incorporate pieces of leeks or mushrooms for more variety.
- Vegetarian option : Replace the smoked sausages with vegetarian sausages or smoked tofu for a meat-free version.
