Description
Creamed leeks bring subtle flavor and softness to the plate, cooked in butter and cream until silky. A quiet but dependable side.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables:
- 1 leek, sliced
- 1 garlic clove, chopped
- 2 sprigs thyme, leaves only (optional)
Dairy:
- 1 knob unsalted butter
- 50 milliliters (1.7 fluid ounces) milk
- 150 milliliters (5.1 fluid ounces) double cream
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional)
Cooking Oil:
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
Instructions
- Warm a skillet over medium heat, melting the butter and oil together until they create a shimmering base.
- Gently introduce sliced leeks, minced garlic, and fresh thyme to the pan, allowing them to soften and caramelize slowly for approximately 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
- Pour in the milk and cream, creating a luxurious liquid environment that will transform the vegetables into a velvety mixture, simmering on low heat for 6-8 minutes while occasionally stirring to maintain a smooth consistency.
- Take the pan off the heat and stir in the chopped parsley, folding it through to add a bit of color and freshness.
- Spoon to a warm serving dish or hold in a low-temperature oven (around 200°F) until ready to serve, ensuring the creamed leeks remain at an optimal temperature and retain their delicate texture.
Notes
- Choose young, fresh leeks with bright green tops for the most tender texture and sweetest flavor.
- Pat leeks dry before cooking to ensure proper caramelization and prevent excess moisture in the dish.
- Slice leeks thinly and evenly to guarantee uniform cooking and a consistent, silky smooth final result.
- Can easily transform this recipe into a dairy-free version by substituting coconut milk and using olive oil instead of butter for a lighter, plant-based alternative.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 102 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 50 g
- Saturated Fat: 31 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg