Caramelized Leeks over Noodles

"This recipe is a great way to showcase leeks, one of my favorite veggies."
 
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Ready In:
55mins
Ingredients:
8
Serves:
2
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ingredients

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directions

  • Split the leeks lengthways and wash each layer thoroughly.
  • Slice across into thin strips, including the green part as well.
  • Heat the oil and butter together over a gentle heat.
  • When the butter has melted, add the leeks and toss well.
  • Cook slowly, uncovered, for about 10 minutes or until the leeks start to soften.
  • Sprinkle the sugar over all and, after a couple more minutes, mix well.
  • Continue to cook for 15 to 30 minutes, until the leeks have begun to collapse into a sticky mass.
  • Add small amounts of hot water if required to stop sticking.
  • While the leeks are cooking, cook and drain the noodles.
  • When the leeks are done, add the parsley, olive oil, cooked noodles and seasoning to taste.
  • Toss well and serve.

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Reviews

  1. We made this with whole wheat noodles and the adults in the house loved it! My 7 year old also though it was good and cleared his plate, but requested that next time it has some cheese on it.
     
  2. I don't think you could overdo the leeks in this recipe - the more the better. It's delicious. If your leeks cook up as mine did, I suggest you cut the leeks lengthwise and then crosswise in 1" long pieces. That will make it easier to get the leeks to adhere to the pasta and actually onto your fork. Small pieces are very awkward. For whatever reason they never turned into a "sticky mass". Really enjoyed this, Mercy.
     
  3. This was very good! This was my first time cooking and eating leeks. I used cilantro instead of parsley, because I accidentally bought cilantro instead of parsley, but it was very good with cilantro.
     
  4. The only complaint I have is there weren't any leftovers. Definitely would double the amount of leeks for this dish. Served over galletti pasta with fresh parsley from the herb garden. Leeks were from the farmers' market. Top quality ingredients are very important in this recipe. Thanks for posting. Hoping to make it again soon as I can replenish my supply of leeks.
     
  5. I've made this recipe twice now and I enjoy it. I think the key to making it turn out truly caramelized is finding and sustaining the correct temperature (somewhere between low and medium). Last night I intended to substitute cilantro for parsley thinking that it might have a more vibrant taste. Let me know if anyone experiments with it.
     
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  1. This was very good! This was my first time cooking and eating leeks. I used cilantro instead of parsley, because I accidentally bought cilantro instead of parsley, but it was very good with cilantro.
     
  2. I've made this recipe twice now and I enjoy it. I think the key to making it turn out truly caramelized is finding and sustaining the correct temperature (somewhere between low and medium). Last night I intended to substitute cilantro for parsley thinking that it might have a more vibrant taste. Let me know if anyone experiments with it.
     

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Greetings everyone! My name is Mary and I am a native Floridian. I live in Central Florida with my wonderful husband of 13+ years. I enjoy cooking simple dishes with simple ingredients.
 
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