Salmon, leek and potato bake
Flaky salmon and sweet leeks under layers of creamy potato with a golden cheddar top.
- Time1 hr 10
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £2.64 a head
- Oven190°C (170°C fan)
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oven to 190°C (170°C fan). Melt the butter in a pan and cook the leeks for 6 minutes until soft.
6 min - 2
Stir the cream, milk, dill, lemon zest, salt and pepper together in a jug.
- 3
Layer half the potatoes in a baking dish, then the leeks. Pour over half the creamy mix.
- 4
Top with the rest of the potatoes and creamy mix. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
30 min - 5
Uncover, tuck in the salmon fillets and scatter over the cheddar.
- 6
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the potatoes are tender, the salmon flakes easily and the top is golden.
25 min - 7
Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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