Caramelized "Leekuccine" With Lemon-Chive Carbonara Recipe

Name: Caramelized "Leekuccine" With Lemon-Chive Carbonara
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds leeks; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 2 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped; 3/4 cup chicken stock, room temperature; 1/2 cup heavy cream, room temperature; 1 egg yolk; 2 teaspoons lemon zest; 1/4 cup Pecorino Romano cheese, freshly grated; 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped; Kosher or sea salt and freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

2 pounds leeks
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
3/4 cup chicken stock, room temperature
1/2 cup heavy cream, room temperature
1 egg yolk
2 teaspoons lemon zest
1/4 cup Pecorino Romano cheese, freshly grated
2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
Kosher or sea salt and freshly ground pepper

1
Bring a large stock pot full of salted water to boil.
2
Meanwhile, trim leeks of dark green outer layers and roots. Cut stalks in half crosswise, then lengthwise and rinse. Slice each into strips the same width of fettuccine. Soak in a bowl of cold water and rinse to remove any residual dirt.
3
Blanch leeks in boiling water until bright green and soft, about 2-3 minutes. Drain.
4
Heat olive oil and bacon in a heavy bottom pot set over medium heat. When bacon is crisp, remove and drain on paper towel. Add leeks to remaining fat. Saute over medium heat until leeks begin to caramelize, about 10 minutes.
5
Add 1/4 cup stock and deglaze pot. Stir, allowing leeks to absorb stock, then continue to add remaining stock in 1/4 cup increments, waiting until stock has absorbed before each addition. Leeks should become soft and golden in color.
6
Add cream to leeks slowly. After cream is incorporated, add yolk and quickly stir to incorporate. Add lemon zest, Pecorino Romano and chives. Crumble bacon over top and season to taste.
7
Serve immediately.

356

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds leeks, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 2 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped, 3/4 cup chicken stock, room temperature, and more.

Yes, Caramelized "Leekuccine" With Lemon-Chive Carbonara falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Caramelized "Leekuccine" With Lemon-Chive Carbonara

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