LEEKS 'N' BACON

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Also known as Bacon 'n' Leeks. Use tempeh bacon for vegetarian version. Easy! I threw this together a few nights ago. I could very well win a major award for this recipe!

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories     Pork

Time 20m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb leek, white parts only, washed of grit, drained
2 -3 slices bacon
1/2 cup celery rib, minced
1 garlic clove, finely minced
salt
black pepper (read *NOTE)

Steps:

  • *NOTE: Can use pepper bacon instead in which case you would omit the black pepper seasoning as indicated in the recipe directions.
  • Discard green parts of leeks and thinly slice the white parts.
  • In large saute pan on medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp. DO NOT burn! Set aside on paper towel. Pour off all but 2 tablespoons of the bacon fat.
  • Add the garlic and saute 30 seconds. Then add the leeks and celery sauteeing another 4-5 minutes or until softnened, stirring often.
  • Crumble the bacon and stir into the leeks. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.4, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 10.3, Sodium 169.8, Carbohydrate 22.3, Fiber 3, Sugar 6.2, Protein 4.2

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