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buttered leeks

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Recipe by
Ellen Gwaltney Bales
@Starwriter
Indianapolis, IN

I have recently fallen in love with leeks. Every time I see a new way to prepare them, I am on it! This recipe is perhaps the simplest way of all, and I love it! Recipe: The Country Cooking of Ireland Photo: bbcgoodfood.com

yield 4 -8
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For buttered leeks

  • 8 md
    leeks
  • 1/2 c
    butter plus more for serving
  • salt and pepper

How To Make buttered leeks

  • 1
    Thoroughly wash leeks. Trim to leave approximately as much green as there is white. Cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces.
  • 2
    Place leeks and butter into a large saucepan. Add 1/2 cup water, cover, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium and cook for 5 to 8 minutes or until leeks are tender but not mushy.
  • 3
    Drain and season to taste with salt and pepper. Melt a pat or two of additional butter over hot leeks, if desired.
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