Braised Leeks

750 Best Appetizers makes 1 ½ cups – serve on burgers, crostini. Use the green part of the leeks to make chicken broth.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Yields: 1 1/2 cups

Ingredients

• 1  tablespoon olive oil
• 2 1⁄2 cups  finely chopped leeks, white part only
• 1⁄4 cup white wine
• 1  teaspoon  minced drained capers
• 1⁄4 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

1. In saucepan over medium low heat, cook leeks in oil, until soft, but not browned, about 12 minutes.
2. Add wine and cook until evaporated. Remove from heat and stir in capers, thyme, salt and pepper.