BABY PEAS WITH BACON AND CRISPY LEEKS
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.
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Bryce Sinoway
bryce@gmail.comI can't wait to try this recipe. It looks so delicious!
Israel Mzungwana
m-i@hotmail.comI'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover peas and bacon.
Zohra Khan
k_z27@hotmail.comI'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
r-ikram79@hotmail.comThis is one of my favorite recipes. It's so simple to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Azaman Dc
azamandc18@hotmail.frI would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy side dish.
Melisha Marsha
melisha80@gmail.comI've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great side dish for any occasion.
Official Syed
s.o80@hotmail.comThis recipe is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the crispy leeks and the bacon.
Gabriel Kamanga
kamanga-gabriel0@yahoo.comI'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
wonaza86@hotmail.comI love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients, but it packs a lot of flavor.
Luke Parcel
p.luke@hotmail.frThis 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
bro@gmail.comI'm a vegetarian, so I used tofu bacon instead of regular bacon. The dish turned out great!
Faizan Rashid
faizanr@hotmail.comThis 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
aa78@gmail.comI 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
b_chukwu100@yahoo.comI didn't have any crispy leeks on hand, so I used regular leeks instead. The dish still turned out great!
Sarthak Neupane
n.sarthak28@yahoo.comI followed the recipe exactly and the peas were still a bit undercooked. I would recommend cooking them for a few minutes longer.
Jaye Whitehat
whitehat@hotmail.comThis 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
bangla_g@yahoo.comI 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
vxbbc.chhcdt3@hotmail.comThis 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
abed.atwa27@gmail.comI'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
saharbuio79@gmail.comThis 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!