MELTED LEEKS
4 servings
A delectable side dish that also makes a fine topping for pizza or crostini, or use as you would Caramelized Onions.
Melt in a large skillet over medium-low heat:
- 2½ tablespoons butter
Add and cook until starting to soften, 4 to 5 minutes:
- 3 large leeks, trimmed, halved lengthwise, well cleaned, and thinly sliced
Add:
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable stock or broth or 1 cup water
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 sprig fresh thyme or ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
Cover and simmer until the leeks are tender, about 5 minutes. Uncover, increase the heat to medium-high, and add:
- ¼ cup dry white wine
Boil until the liquid is reduced by half, 10 to 15 minutes. Stir in:
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- (½ teaspoon curry powder or a pinch of grated or ground nutmeg)
Cook until the cream is absorbed. Discard the thyme sprig, if using, and season to taste with:
- Salt and black pepper
If desired, garnish with:
- (Minced chives or chopped parsley)