Braised Leeks Recipe

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Braised Leeks
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Ingredients:

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3/4 cup water

Directions:

  1. Trim leeks to white and light green parts only, then cut in half lengthwise.
  2. Separate the layers and rinse.
  3. Melt butter in large skellet over medium heat.
  4. Add leeks and water, season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Cover, simmering about 14 to 16 minutes or until leeks are very tender.
  6. It may be necessary to add more water.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 91.62 Kcal (384 kJ)
Calories from fat 51.76 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.75g 9%
Cholesterol 15.27mg 5%
Sodium 15.02mg 1%
Potassium 121.85mg 3%
Total Carbs 9.35g 3%
Sugars 2.67g 11%
Dietary Fiber 1.34g 5%
Protein 1.41g 3%
Vitamin C 8mg 13%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 2%
Iron 1.3mg 7%
Calcium 45.5mg 5%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 77.46 Kcal (324 kJ)
Calories from fat 43.76 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4.86g 9%
Cholesterol 12.9mg 5%
Sodium 12.7mg 1%
Potassium 103.02mg 3%
Total Carbs 7.9g 3%
Sugars 2.26g 11%
Dietary Fiber 1.13g 5%
Protein 1.19g 3%
Vitamin C 6.8mg 13%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 2%
Iron 1.1mg 7%
Calcium 38.5mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 2
    Points
  • 3
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • very low sodium,
  • low cholesterol

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