Creamy Leeks with Blue Cheese
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Creamy Leeks with Blue Cheese
Description
This recipe starts with thinly sliced leeks that are thoroughly cleaned to remove grit, then cooked in butter over medium heat to soften without browning. The slow cooking allows the leeks to release their natural sweetness as they sweat under a covered pan. Once softened, cream is added along with crumbled blue cheese and Dijon mustard, melting into a creamy sauce that coats the leeks evenly. Black pepper and a pinch of salt season the dish.
The blue cheese provides a distinctive sharpness, contrasting with the gentle texture of the tender leeks and richness of the butter and cream. The mustard adds a subtle depth without overwhelming the flavors. Cooking until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens creates a smooth consistency suitable as a side or served over toasted sourdough slices for a light appetizer or accompaniment.
Ingredients
- 4 leek 500g/17.5 ounces
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 100 ml cream ½ cup, double
- 50 g blue cheese crumbled or chopped 1.75 ounces
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard or wholegrain
- Pinch salt freshly ground black pepper
- Pinch black pepper freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Thinly slice the leeks and wash to remove any dirt or debris (see how to clean leeks).
- Melt the butter in a frying pan over a medium heat. Add the sliced leeks and cook, stirring often for a few minutes.
- Reduce the heat, cover the pan with a lid and let the leeks soften and ‘sweat’ for 7-10 minutes, stirring often. Check often so they don’t brown or scorch in the pan.
- Increase the heat to medium and stir in the cream, blue cheese, mustard, salt and pepper. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens.
- Serve warm as a side dish, or on slices of toasted sourdough.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 210 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 210kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 45mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 205mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 219mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 2037IU | 41% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 137mg | 14% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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