Braised Leeks Recipe
A nice Braised Leeks recipe is something that you don't come across everyday. Luckily, you've stumbled on this page. Stock up on plenty of bags of Vegetable as you will want to make this Braised Leeks time and again. Best enjoyed as a Side Dish this recipe was taught to me by a dear friend who also happens to be a great chef. Now won't you thank me for sharing this Braised Leeks recipe.
Ingredients
6 medium leeks
3 tablespoons butter or margarine
3/4 cup water
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Directions
Remove root, tough outer leaves, and tops from leeks, leaving 2 inches of dark leaves.
Wash leeks; split in half lengthwise to within 1 inch of bulb end.
Melt butter in a large skillet.
Add leeks, tossing well to coat with butter.
Cover and cook over medium heat 10 minutes.
Add water, and bring to a boil.
Cover, reduce heat, and simmer over low heat 15 minutes or until tender.
Drain well.
Combine Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper, and sprinkle over leeks.
Wash leeks; split in half lengthwise to within 1 inch of bulb end.
Melt butter in a large skillet.
Add leeks, tossing well to coat with butter.
Cover and cook over medium heat 10 minutes.
Add water, and bring to a boil.
Cover, reduce heat, and simmer over low heat 15 minutes or until tender.
Drain well.
Combine Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper, and sprinkle over leeks.
