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Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 4 large eggs
  • 14 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium leek, prepared as described above (about 1 cup)
  • 12 cup small-diced ham (about 3 ounces)
  • 12 teaspoon dried tarragon
  • 1 cup grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese

Method

  • Adjust rack to middle position and heat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Whisk milk, eggs, and salt in a medium bowl; vigorously whisk in flour until mostly smooth with a few small lumps; let stand a few minutes and whisk again (for instantly smooth batter use a blender).
  • Meanwhile heat butter in a heavy-bottom 10-inch skillet (a cast iron skillet works well) over medium heat.
  • Add leeks and ham; cook until leeks are soft 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Add tarragon; cook a minute or so longer.
  • Pour milk mixture into skillet.
  • Transfer to the oven and bake until puffed and golden, 15 to 17 minutes.
  • Without removing Dutch baby from oven, sprinkle with cheese and turn oven to broil.
  • Broil until very puffy and golden brown, a couple of minutes longer.
  • Serve immediately from the skillet.