BABY PEAS WITH BACON AND CRISPY LEEKS

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Categories     Side

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 large leeks, white & tender green parts only, sliced crosswise 1/4'' thick
vegetable oil for frying
salt & ground pepper
6 slices thick bacon
4 thyme sprigs
1 c. low sodium chicken broth
3/4 c. heavy cream
3 - 10 oz. Bags frozen baby peas, thawed
1 tsp. Cornstarch mixed with 1 tbs. Water

Steps:

  • 1 - wash leeks well and pat dry. Heat ½" oil in large saucepan until shimmering. Add all but ½ c. leeks and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until golden brown. Remove with slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Season with salt & pepper. (Discard oil) 2 - cook bacon until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble. 3 - add remaining ½ c. leeks and thyme to bacon fat and cook until leeks are softened (8 minutes). Add ½ c. broth and cook until reduced by half (7 minutes) add heavy cream and reduce by half. Stir in peas, crumbled bacon and remaining ½ c. broth and bring to boil. Discard thyme. Add salt & pepper and cornstarch mixture. Cook until slightly thickened, 3-4 minutes. Serve, topped with crispy leeks.

Bryce Sinoway
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks so delicious!


Israel Mzungwana
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover peas and bacon.


Zohra Khan
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I've tried several recipes for baby peas, but this one is by far the best. The bacon and crispy leeks really make it special.


ikram raza
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's so simple to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Azaman Dc
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I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy side dish.


Melisha Marsha
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great side dish for any occasion.


Official Syed
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This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the crispy leeks and the bacon.


Gabriel Kamanga
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I'm not a big fan of peas, but I really enjoyed this dish. The bacon and crispy leeks really made the peas more palatable.


Elisha Wonaza
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients, but it packs a lot of flavor.


Luke Parcel
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This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


SOORY BRO
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I'm a vegetarian, so I used tofu bacon instead of regular bacon. The dish turned out great!


Faizan Rashid
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover bacon. I always have bacon in my fridge, so this is a go-to recipe for me.


AF ArMaN
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I added a bit of garlic to this recipe and it really took it to the next level. I would highly recommend adding garlic if you like garlic.


Borngreat Chukwu
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I didn't have any crispy leeks on hand, so I used regular leeks instead. The dish still turned out great!


Sarthak Neupane
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I followed the recipe exactly and the peas were still a bit undercooked. I would recommend cooking them for a few minutes longer.


Jaye Whitehat
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste, but overall it was still good. I think I would use less bacon next time.


Grand Bangla
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I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The peas were so tender and the bacon and crispy leeks added a great flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Chhcdt Vxbbc
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The peas were cooked perfectly and the bacon and crispy leeks were the perfect addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Atwa Abed
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I'm a big fan of baby peas, and this recipe did not disappoint. The bacon and crispy leeks added a nice touch of flavor and texture. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a simple but delicious side dish.


Saharbuio Buio
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of peas, bacon, and crispy leeks was divine. I especially loved the crispy texture of the leeks. Will definitely make this again!