Ingredients
- 4 medium leeks
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 slice bacon, cooked crisp, chopped
Directions
Remove the dark green portion of the leeks and discard. Cut the leeks in half lengthwise and wash in water, being careful to check all the layers for hidden dirt. Fill a wide pan with water about 1/2-inch high up the sides. Add the leeks, simmer gently for 12 minutes, and then drain.
Meanwhile, make the vinaigrette. In a small bowl, whisk together the mustard and balsamic vinegar, and then drizzle in the oil to make an emulsion, whisking constantly. Add in the salt, pepper, and thyme. Lay the leeks lengthwise on small serving platter. Sprinkle with the chopped bacon, drizzle with the dressing, and serve.
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By KathleenOPup
on May 16, 2013
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We now love leeks! Easy to make and delicious.
By 1ove2bake
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on February 11, 2013
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My husband and I enjoyed it. The bacon gives a nice smoky flavor.
By JamesP ATX
on August 25, 2012
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This recipe may be good if the food network didn't bungle the cooking time on the leeks. I watched this episode and thought this might turnout good even with the cost of leeks. Boy was i wrong. The recipe calls for 12 minutes of boiling. I pulled mine off at 11 min because i was worried they would be overcooked and they sure were! The leeks were a ball of soggy mess. No texture, no crunch, it looked like a pile of rotten lettuce.
It might be worth trying this recipe if you are familiar with cooking leeks but DO NOT follow the instructions. Keep an eye on the leeks and pull them out when they are tender i guess.
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