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Generous coquillettes with béchamel, Mornay sauce and cheese tiles

Recipe by Norbert Tarayre

Ultra creamy coquillettes coated with a homemade Mornay sauce, enriched with ham, chervil and topped with crispy cheese tiles. A comforting dish, easy to prepare and perfect for a gourmet dinner.

MediumFrenchServes 4

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Source Video
22m
Prep
40m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 12m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$9.35
Per serving:$2.34

Critical Success Points

  • Prepare the roux without lumps
  • Achieve a smooth and thick béchamel
  • Do not overcook the coquillettes (al dente)
  • Watch the gratin to prevent burning

Safety Warnings

  • Boiling cooking water: handle with care.
  • Hot milk can splash: keep heat medium and stir.
  • Very hot oven (200°C): use kitchen gloves.
  • Very hot melted butter: avoid burns.

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