Braised Leeks Recipe

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Summary

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Ingredients

 8 medium leeks, root end and greens trimmed
 Butter/Margarine3 Tablespoon
 Ground black pepper1 To taste
 Bread crumbs1/4 Cup (16 tbs), dried
 Parmesan cheese2 Tablespoon, grated
 Salt To Taste

Directions

Preheat oven to 350°.
Place leeks side by side (they can overlap slightly) in baking dish.
Add butter and enough water to cover.
Bake 45 minutes; check dish frequently and add water and/or butter as necessary.
Turn leeks occasionally so that they will brown evenly.
Sprinkle with salt and pepper, bread crumbs, and Parmesan cheese and cook 5 to 15 more minutes until leeks are lightly browned and easily pierced with a knife.
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