Puree de poireaux (Leeks puree)

Total Time
About 30 minutes
Rating
4(6)
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Ingredients

Yield:Six to eight servings
  • 3pounds leeks, about 8 small leeks
  • Salt, if desired
  • Freshly ground pepper
  • 4tablespoons butter
  • teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Ingredient Substitution Guide
Nutritional analysis per serving (8 servings)

156 calories; 6 grams fat; 4 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 2 grams monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 25 grams carbohydrates; 3 grams dietary fiber; 7 grams sugars; 3 grams protein; 413 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Trim off the stem end of each leek. Cut off enough of the green part to leave a main section of about seven inches. Split the leeks lengthwise in half. Cut the split leeks crosswise into one-and-one half-inch lengths. There should be about eight cups loosely packed. Rinse thoroughly in cold water. Drain.

  2. Step 2

    Put the leeks in a saucepan or kettle and add enough water to cover. Bring to the boil and simmer, uncovered, about 15 minutes or until tender. Drain thoroughly.

  3. Step 3

    Put the leeks into the container of a food processor or blender and puree until fine. Scrape the mixture into a saucepan and start beating. Add the salt and pepper to taste, butter and nutmeg. Stir until piping hot. Serve.


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