Ingredients
- Approx 5 medium leeks, white and light green parts only, halved length ways, washed and patted dry.
- 12 sprigs of fresh thyme
- ΒΌ cup of extra virgin olive oil
- 1 Tbs dry white wine e.g. Sauvignon Blanc
- salt
Olive Oil Braised Leeks with Central Otago Thyme
Method
- Position a rack in the centre of the oven and heat to 375f Snuggly arrange the leeks in a shallow baking dish
- Nestle the thyme sprigs among the leeks
- In a small bowl mix the olive oil, wine and 1 Tbs of water and drizzle over the leeks
- Sprinkle evenly with the salt and cover tightly with tin foil
- Braise the leeks in the oven until completely tender and easy to pierce with a fork, about 45 mins
- Uncover the dish and continue to braise until the leeks are caramalised, about 15 mins more
- Remove the thyme sprigs and serve the leeks warm or room temperature
Comments
Suggestion: Make a light lunch by drizzling chilled leeks with mustard vinaigrette and serve with a softly boiled egg and a piece of rustic bread.
Thanks to McArthurs Berry Farm for the leeks used in the cooking demonstration at the Otago Farmers Market
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