Fresh Spinach With Leeks In Pernod

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   Clean your spinach really well in a sink full of water, and remove any tough veins and stems.

2. 2

   You may have to repeat the cleaning process several times to remove all the grit from the spinach.

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   Remove from water, but do not dry.

4. 4

   Clean the leek well in water, then chop all of the white part and any of the green part that is tender.

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   This should yield between 1 1/2 to 2 cups of leek.

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   Heat oil in a wok over medium heat.

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   Add the spinach, leeks, and tomato.

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   Cover, and cook 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.

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   Leeks should be crisp-tender at this point, and spinach wilted.

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    Drain the vegetables in a colander and immediately return to the wok.

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    Stir in the pernod and salt and pepper to taste.

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    Cook uncovered approximately 5 minutes or until the liquid has nearly all evaporated.

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    Serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.