Name: Creamed Leeks with Bacon & Thyme Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 4 slices bacon, chopped; 4 leeks, white and light green parts only, sliced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves; Salt and pepper, to taste

Creamed Leeks with Bacon & Thyme Recipe

Marcy Gross Modified: September 16, 2023

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How To Make Creamed Leeks with Bacon & Thyme

This creamy and flavorful dish combines leeks, crispy bacon, and aromatic thyme, creating a satisfying side or light main course.

Preparation: 15 minutes

Cooking: 30 minutes

Total: 45 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

4 slices bacon, chopped
4 leeks, white and light green parts only, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the skillet.
Add leeks and garlic to the skillet and sauté until leeks are softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the heavy cream and thyme leaves. Bring to a simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve the creamed leeks topped with the crispy bacon.

Nutrition

Calories : 320kcal
Total Fat : 26g
Saturated Fat : 14g
Cholesterol : 75mg
Sodium : 350mg
Total Carbohydrates : 18g
Dietary Fiber : 2g
Sugar : 4g
Protein : 6g

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