TOMATO BRAISED LEEKS

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Make and share this Tomato Braised Leeks recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CountryLady

Categories     Onions

Time 55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 small leeks
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
6 slices bacon, cut into small pieces
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes, crushed,with liquid
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Trim root end of leeks& cut off all but 3 inches of the green end.
  • Cut the leeks in half lengthwise; if very large, cut into quarters lengthwise.
  • Rinse well, blot dry with paper towels& set aside.
  • Heat oil in a large oven proof skillet over medium heat.
  • Add bacon& cook for 5 or 6 minutes.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients& cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 8 minutes.
  • Remove skillet from the heat.
  • Remove half of the tomato mixture from the skillet.
  • Arrange the leeks side by side in the skillet.
  • Top with the reserved tomato mixture& cover the skillet.
  • Bake in a preheated 350F oven until the leeks are tender, about 30 minutes.

Bidhan Chandra
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more garlic and herbs.


Derick Phillip
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I was looking for a new way to cook leeks and this recipe fit the bill perfectly. The leeks were tender and flavorful and the tomato sauce was tangy and sweet. I will definitely be making this again.


Jonathan Strobel
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This recipe was easy to make and turned out great! I loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Jillian
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I'm not a big fan of leeks, but this recipe made me a believer. The leeks were so tender and flavorful, and the tomato sauce was the perfect complement.


nikala abramidze
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This dish was a bit too oily for my taste. I think I would use less olive oil next time.


Emmanuel Joy
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. I love the way the leeks and tomatoes cook together to create such a flavorful dish.


Eleanor du Plessis
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I would definitely recommend it to others.


Lavanya akalki
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I'm a vegetarian and I really enjoyed this dish. The leeks were so hearty and satisfying. I served it with a side of roasted potatoes and it was a perfect meal.


Lexie Dunhill
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the leeks and the tomato sauce.


Yaseen ansari
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I followed the recipe exactly and the leeks came out perfect. They were tender and caramelized on the edges. The tomato sauce was also very flavorful.


IB Creative
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more garlic and herbs.


CJ Banks
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I was looking for a new way to cook leeks and this recipe fit the bill perfectly. The leeks were tender and flavorful and the tomato sauce was tangy and sweet. I will definitely be making this again.


Darlington Armstrong
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! I loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Jimmy Kisakye
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I'm not usually a fan of leeks, but this recipe changed my mind. The braising process really brought out their sweetness and made them melt in my mouth.


abrarmalik 36
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! The leeks were so tender and flavorful, and the tomato sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again!


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