CONFIT OF LEEKS AND BABY CARROTS

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Leeks are sweeter than scallions and subtler than onions. I use this as a base with garlic roasted smashed potatoes for a nice steak or beef Wellington with a port reduction sauce.

Provided by Chef Russ

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Carrots

Time 51m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter
5 leeks - white and light green parts sliced, separated into rings, and rinsed
¾ pound baby carrots with tops, peeled and trimmed
¼ cup dry white wine
1 ½ cups chicken stock
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1 pinch white sugar
1 pinch freshly ground nutmeg
1 pinch salt to taste
1 pinch ground white pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add leeks; cook and stir until translucent, 5 to 10 minutes. Add carrots; cook and stir for 3 minutes. Pour in wine; cook until mostly evaporated, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir chicken stock, thyme, sugar, nutmeg, salt, and pepper into the saucepan. Simmer, uncovered, until carrots are soft and liquid has mostly evaporated, about 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.2 calories, Carbohydrate 24.1 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 425.4 mg, Sugar 9 g

Anas Moussa
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I'm disappointed with this recipe.


Ayano James
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I would not recommend this recipe.


Mani Sheikh
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I followed the recipe exactly, but the dish didn't turn out as expected.


Domini Flemings
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but this dish didn't turn out well for me.


Keilah Boggs
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I think this dish would be better with a different sauce.


Angelina Tavares
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This dish was a bit too oily for my taste.


Md Asim Hussain
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The leeks were a bit tough.


Shabi Yar
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I found this dish to be a bit bland.


Md Samrat 420
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This was a bit too sweet for my taste.


Tanha Prince
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I'm not a big fan of leeks.


Master Muhammad Aslam
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This was a delicious dish!


Kaif Hawari
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Millie at home
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


musa felicia
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I'm not a big fan of leeks, but I really enjoyed this dish. The leeks were cooked until they were soft and sweet, and the carrots added a nice crunch.


Ahmad Ihsas
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This was a delicious dish! The leeks and carrots were cooked perfectly, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Precious Shebele
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I usually serve it over pasta, but it's also great with rice or quinoa.


Esihle Mukelo
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. The leftovers are also great for lunch the next day.


Calvin Gardner
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I'm not a big fan of leeks, but I really enjoyed this dish. The leeks were cooked until they were soft and sweet, and the carrots added a nice crunch. The sauce was also very flavorful.


Burhan Chaudhry
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This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and the dish turned out perfectly. The leeks and carrots were tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I served it over rice and it was a delicious meal.


Seema Thabang
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! The leeks and carrots were cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.