Leeks with Toasted Cheese Sauce Recipe

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Leeks with Toasted Cheese Sauce
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Directions:

  1. Place leeks in a pan of cold salted water, bring to the boil and boil for 2-3 min or until tender.
  2. Drain and reserve 300ml (1/2 pint) of the cooking liquid.
  3. Melt the butter in a saucepan, add the flour and mix until smooth.
  4. Blend in the reserved liquid and bring to boil, stirring continuously.
  5. Add the soft cheese, season and return to the boil.
  6. Arrange the leeks in a shallow flameproof dish, then pour the sauce over the top and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  7. Place under a preheated grill until golden and bubbling.
  8. Garnish with a sprinkle of paprika.
  9. Serve immediately.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 165.69 Kcal (694 kJ)
Calories from fat 114.5 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 12.72g 20%
Cholesterol 31mg 10%
Sodium 172.11mg 7%
Potassium 19mg 0%
Total Carbs 5.15g 2%
Sugars 0.35g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0.13g 1%
Protein 7.75g 16%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 2%
Iron 0.7mg 4%
Calcium 87.1mg 9%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 350.67 Kcal (1468 kJ)
Calories from fat 242.33 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 26.93g 20%
Cholesterol 65.6mg 10%
Sodium 364.24mg 7%
Potassium 40.21mg 0%
Total Carbs 10.9g 2%
Sugars 0.74g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0.26g 1%
Protein 16.41g 16%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 2%
Iron 1.4mg 4%
Calcium 184.4mg 9%

* 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

  • 4.3
    Points
  • 5
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

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