Baby Leeks In Wine Sauce Recipe

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   Trim off and throw away leek roots and tops, making each leek 6 inches long.

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   Rinse well.

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   In a 10- to 12-inch nonstick frying pan, combine onion and garlic.

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   Stir over medium-high heat till onion is limp, 4 to 5 min.

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   Add in wine, broth, lemon slices, tomatoes, and parsley to pan.

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   Lay leeks in pan.

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   Cover and bring to boiling over high heat.

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   Turn heat to low and simmer till leeks are tender when pierced, about 10 min.

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   With a slotted spoon, transfer leeks to a shallow rimmed dish.

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    Throw away lemon slices and parsley.

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    Boil tomato mix over high heat till reduced to about 1 c., 3 to 5 min.

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    Pour sauce across center of leeks.

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    Garnish with lemon peel and season to taste with salt and pepper.

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    Serve hot or possibly at room temperature.

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    This recipe yields 8 servings.

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    Comments: If making up to 1 day ahead, cover leeks and sauce, chill, then bring to room temperature or possibly reheat to serve.

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