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New Potatoes With Leeks and Saffron Recipe

New Potatoes With Leeks and Saffron Recipe

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Ingredients:

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2 large leeks, thinly sliced (about 5 cups)
1 cup fresh vegetable stock
2 tbsp butter
1/8 tsp saffron thread
1 1/2 lbs bliss potatoes, unpeeled (or red
1 tbsp salt , plus
3/4 tsp salt, divided
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream

Directions:

Place the leeks, stock, butter and saffron threads in a large skillet. Bring to a boil over medium heat and gently boil 10-15 minutes or until the liquid evaporates and leeks are tender. Watch pot carefully! Remove from heat and cover.
Approximately 30 minutes before serving, place the new potatoes in a large pan; add 1 tablespoon of salt and add enough water to cover the potatoes. Bring to the boil over medium-high heat; boiling 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
Reheat the leeks over medium heat. Stir in the heavy cream and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Bring to a simmer, DO NOT boil. Drain the cooked potatoes and add to the leek mixture. Toss the ingredients gently to combine.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	158.7 Kcal (664 kJ)
Calories from fat	42.37 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	4.71g	7%
Cholesterol	14.41mg	5%
Sodium	1140.98mg	48%
Potassium	551.52mg	12%
Total Carbs	27.28g	9%
Sugars	3.7g	15%
Dietary Fiber	2.81g	11%
Protein	3.8g	8%
Vitamin C	26.4mg	44%
Iron	88.3mg	491%
Calcium	54.5mg	5%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	87.39 Kcal (366 kJ)
Calories from fat	23.33 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	2.59g	7%
Cholesterol	7.94mg	5%
Sodium	628.28mg	48%
Potassium	303.69mg	12%
Total Carbs	15.02g	9%
Sugars	2.04g	15%
Dietary Fiber	1.55g	11%
Protein	2.09g	8%
Vitamin C	14.5mg	44%
Iron	48.6mg	491%
Calcium	30mg	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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