Easy Sauteed Leeks

Easy Sauteed Leeks

Recipe by Soup Loving Nicole from allrecipes.com

Side Dish 26 Mins.

Ingredients

4

4 servings

  • 2 large leeks
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Remove the root ends and dark green tops of the leeks and discard. Cut leeks into 1/2 inch slices. Place in a bowl of cold water and let sit for 5 minutes. The leek slices will float to the top while any sand will sink to the bottom. Using a slotted spoon, transfer leek slices to a colander and shake off excess water.
  • Melt butter in a large skilled over medium heat. Add leek slices and cook undisturbed for 8 minutes.
  • Flip slices over and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 8 minutes more.

Nutritional Facts

Per 4 servings

  • Calories: 97
  • Carbohydrate: 11g
  • Fat: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g

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