BUTTERY LEEKS WITH PARMESAN AND THYME

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Rather than sizzling on the stove, these leeks nestle into a roasting pan with white wine, vegetable broth, a few sprigs of thyme, and a scattering of cubed butter. An hour or so later, you shower them with nutty-salty Parmesan and slide them under the broiler for one last burnishing blast.

Provided by Greg Lofts

Categories     Holiday Planning & Ideas     Easter     Easter Recipes

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds small-to-medium leeks (6 to 8)
1/2 cup dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc
1 cup low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into cubes
4 thyme sprigs
1 ounce Parmigiano-Reggiano, grated (1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Trim dark-green tops and root ends from leeks and discard; halve lengthwise. Remove thick, tough outer layers (2 to 4 total, depending on size), discarding or reserving for another use. Thoroughly wash and drain leeks, keeping them intact. Arrange in a snug single layer, cut sides up, in a broiler-safe baking dish or skillet.
  • In a small saucepan, boil wine 30 seconds. Add broth and return to a boil; season generously with salt and pepper. Pour mixture over leeks, then sprinkle with butter and thyme. Cover dish with parchment-lined foil.
  • Roast 45 minutes. Uncover and continue roasting until leeks are very soft and broth mixture is reduced by half, 20 to 22 minutes.
  • Switch oven to broil. Sprinkle leeks with cheese. Broil 6 to 8 inches from heating element until bubbly and browning in places, 3 to 5 minutes. Serve warm, with some of braising liquid.

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