Winter Squash & Whisky Braised Leek With Smoked Bacon Brusch Recipe

Name: Winter Squash & Whisky Braised Leek With Smoked Bacon Brusch
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 leeks; 6 cups diced winter squash, such as butternut; ¼ cup blended scotch whisky, such as The Famous Grouse; 3 cups chicken stock; salt; pepper; 1 French baguette; 8 ounces Roquefort cheese; 4 tablespoons honey; 6 slices smoked bacon

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 leeks
6 cups diced winter squash, such as butternut
¼ cup blended scotch whisky, such as The Famous Grouse
3 cups chicken stock
salt
pepper
1 French baguette
8 ounces Roquefort cheese
4 tablespoons honey
6 slices smoked bacon

1
SOUP: Place heavy bottom stockpot over medium-low heat.
2
Add olive oil and leeks.
3
Saute until the leeks are soft, then add squash, whisky and stock.
4
Raise heat to high, cover and bring to a boil.
5
Rduce heat to a simmer and cook until the squash is tender (use a knife or fork to test the tenderness).
6
Remove from heat and allow to cool, Puree until smooth using a handheld blender or food processor.
7
BRUSCHETTA:.
8
Slice baguette in half, length-wise, then slice into pieces.
9
Toast until golden brown.
10
Cook bacon until crispy; remove from pan and place on paper towel to remove excess fat.
11
When cool, finely chop.
12
Divide Roquefort amongst slices of toasted baguette.
13
Drizzle with honey and top with bacon.
14
Place baguette on baking sheet and broil until cheese begins to melt (1 minute).
15
Serve with the soup.

3322

kcal

Calories

328

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 leeks, 6 cups diced winter squash, such as butternut, ¼ cup blended scotch whisky, such as The Famous Grouse, and more.

Yes, Winter Squash & Whisky Braised Leek With Smoked Bacon Brusch 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.

Winter Squash & Whisky Braised Leek With Smoked Bacon Brusch

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