Romaine and Leeks

Total Time
30 minutes
Rating
3(10)
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Ingredients

Yield:4 servings
  • 20outer leaves romaine lettuce, approximately
  • 2large leeks
  • 4tablespoons butter
  • Salt and white pepper as desired
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Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

141 calories; 12 grams fat; 7 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 3 grams monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 9 grams carbohydrates; 2 grams dietary fiber; 3 grams sugars; 1 gram protein; 232 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Wash romaine leaves and cut crosswise into ½-inch pieces. Drop into boiling water, bring back to boil, drain immediately, shock under cold water and drain again. Reserve.

  2. Step 2

    Trim leeks and cut in half lengthwise. Rinse well to remove sand and cut into ¼-inch pieces crosswise.

  3. Step 3

    Melt butter in large skillet, add leeks, cover and cook over very low heat 10 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Add romaine, turn up heat and stir to mix well with leeks and butter. Add salt and pepper to taste and stir to heat through.

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