Braised Leeks – Bar & Kitchen
Braised leeks
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Keep the leek tops and trimmings for soup bases or garnishes

Braised Leeks

Accompaniment Food Gluten-free Vegetarian

A brilliant side dish for early spring when leeks are at their best

10 Servings
Ingredients
1.5kg leeks
25g Knorr® Professional Vegetable Paste Bouillon
1l boiling water
100g butter
5g thyme
Method
  1. Wash, top and trim the leeks. Cut into 1 inch lengths.
  2. Make up the bouillon with the boiling water.
  3. In a large pan stand the leeks on end. Sauté with the butter and thyme until lightly coloured.
  4. Turn them over and add the bouillon.
  5. Top with a lid or cartouche and braise on a low heat for 10 mins.
  6. Take the pan off the heat, baste with the cooking liquor and serve.