Braised Leeks with Lemon
Braised Leeks with Lemon
  • Yield: 4 servings
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Braised Leeks with Lemon

By 2015-05-13

Key Points

  • Serving size: 126 grams
  • For the best buy, choose leeks with clean, white slender bulbs and firm dark green tops.
  • To prepare leeks, remove the dark green leaves and the root end and throw them away. Slice the leeks, separate into rings and place them in a bowl of cold water. Swish the slices in the water. Remove the slices and rinse under running water until the leeks are clean.
  • To store fresh, lightly wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for up to 1 week.
  • Leeks contain vitamin A, which is good for healthy eyes and skin.

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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. In a large frying pan, heat oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the leeks and cook 5 minutes, stirring often.
  3. Add the chicken broth and reduce heat to low.
  4. Cover and cook until the leeks are tender, about 15 minutes
  5. Add the lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy!
  6. Refrigerate leftovers.

 

 

Nutrition facts per serving

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Photo Credit: “Potato Leek Soup” by snickclunk / CC BY 2.0