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