Creamed Leeks Recipe

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Creamed Leeks
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  1. Cut cleaned leeks into 2-inch pieces, and place in a large heavy skillet; cover and cook in a small amount of boiling water 30 minutes or until tender. Drain. Rinse quickly with cold water; drain well. Transfer leeks to a serving dish, and set aside. Keep warm.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a heavy saucepan over low heat; add flour, stirring until smooth. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually add milk; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until sauce is thickened and bubbly. Stir in remaining 2 tablespoons butter, salt, and pepper. Pour sauce over prepared leeks. Serve immediately.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 229.74 Kcal (962 kJ)
Calories from fat 69.21 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7.69g 12%
Cholesterol 21.15mg 7%
Sodium 257.4mg 11%
Potassium 478.22mg 10%
Total Carbs 35.83g 12%
Sugars 11.11g 44%
Dietary Fiber 4.64g 19%
Protein 6.12g 12%
Vitamin C 27.2mg 45%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 3%
Iron 4.6mg 25%
Calcium 186.8mg 19%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 81.98 Kcal (343 kJ)
Calories from fat 24.7 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.74g 12%
Cholesterol 7.55mg 7%
Sodium 91.85mg 11%
Potassium 170.65mg 10%
Total Carbs 12.78g 12%
Sugars 3.97g 44%
Dietary Fiber 1.65g 19%
Protein 2.19g 12%
Vitamin C 9.7mg 45%
Iron 1.6mg 25%
Calcium 66.7mg 19%

* 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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Weightwatchers Points

  • 4.4
    Points
  • 6
    PointsPlus

Good Points

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

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