Name: Leeks with Dijon Vinaigrette
Prep time: P0Y0M0DT0H10M0.000S
Cook time: P0Y0M0DT0H10M0.000S
Total time: P0Y0M0DT0H20M0.000S
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: french
Ingredients: 6 medium leeks, dark green tops trimmed; 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon water; 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus additional for salting water; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; Freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; 1 to 2 teaspoons chopped fresh tarragon leaves, optional

Directions

Game Plan: Make the vinaigrette while the leeks cook.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat, then salt it generously. Trim the root end of the leeks, leaving enough to hold the leaves together, and halve lengthwise. Rinse very well under running water to flush out any grit trapped between the leaves. Add the leeks to the boiling water and cook until tender, 7 to 10 minutes. Transfer the leeks to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Pat dry and lay them on a serving platter.
Meanwhile, whisk the vinegar, mustard, water, and the 3/4 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in the olive oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream to make a smooth, slightly thick dressing. Drizzle the vinaigrette evenly over leeks, turn them to coat, and scatter the parsley and the tarragon, if using, over the top. Serve immediately or up to 2 hours later at room temperature.

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