Leek & Mackerel Penne Bake
This delightful pasta dish combines the delicate flavors of leeks, crème fraîche, capers, and smoked mackerel. The creamy sauce envelops tender penne pasta, creating a comforting and satisfying meal. Topped with crispy breadcrumbs, this dish is a perfect balance of creamy and crunchy textures, making it a memorable and delicious option for any day of the week.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 2 leeks , trimmed, washed and sliced
- knob of butter
- 175g penne
- 200ml pot reduced-fat crème fraîche
- 1 tbsp capers
- 2 small smoked mackerel fillets, skinned and flesh flaked into large chunks
- 25g breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Fry the leeks in the butter until very soft, about 10-15 mins. Meanwhile, boil the pasta and heat the grill. When the leeks are soft, stir in the crème fraîche, capers and fish. Heat through for 1 min. Drain the pasta and stir into the sauce, season to taste, then tip everything into a small baking dish. Scatter with the crumbs and grill until golden and crisp.
Cook Time
20M
Prep Time
PT10M
Yield
Serves 2
Nutrition
- Calories: 925 calories
- Fat Content: 52 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 20 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 84 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 8 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 5 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 35 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 2.72 milligram of sodium
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