Braised Leeks With Tomatoes |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 12 Minutes |
Ready In: 22 Minutes Servings: 5 |
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A simple side dish that goes together quickly in the microwave. From Cooking Light, June 1995. Ingredients:
3 cups leeks, chopped (4 medium) |
3/4 cup low sodium chicken broth |
1/2 teaspoon dried basil |
1/2 teaspoon dried chervil |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/8 teaspoon pepper |
2 garlic cloves, crushed |
1/4 cup dry white wine |
1 tablespoon cornstarch |
14 1/2 ounces no-salt-added whole tomatoes, drained |
Directions:
1. Combine the first 7 ingredients in a 2-quart casserole; stir well. Cover with casserole lid, and microwave at HIGH 6 minutes, stirring after 3 minutes.
2. Combine wine and cornstarch in a bowl, stirring until blended; add to leek mixture. Stir in tomatoes.
3. Microwave, uncovered, at HIGH 6 minutes or until thickened and bubbly, stirring after 3 minutes.
4. Yield: 5 servings (serving size: 1/2 cup).
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