BRAISED LEEKS WITH TOMATOES

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A simple side dish that goes together quickly in the microwave. From Cooking Light, June 1995. They're not the prettiest dish.........but they do taste good. lol.

Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Categories     Vegetables

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 c chopped leeks (4 medium)
3/4 c low-salt chicken broth
1/2 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp dried chervil
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
2 clove garlic, crushed
1/4 c dry white wine
1 Tbsp cornstarch
14 12 oz no-salt-added whole tomatoes, drained

Steps:

  • 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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