Indulge in the subtle sweetness and delicate flavor of oven-braised leeks with our simple and satisfying recipe. Slow-cooked to tender perfection and infused with aromatic herbs and spices, these oven-braised leeks make for a delectable side dish that pairs beautifully with any main course. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep, you can effortlessly elevate your meal with the natural goodness of leeks. Whether served alongside roasted meats, grilled fish, or as part of a vegetarian feast, these oven-braised leeks are sure to impress your guests and delight your taste buds.
Oven Braised Leeks
Oven Braised Leeks
4
10 minutes
60 minutes
side dish
level 2
Indulge in the subtle sweetness and delicate flavor of oven-braised leeks with our simple and satisfying recipe. Slow-cooked to tender perfection and infused with aromatic herbs and spices, these oven-braised leeks make for a delectable side dish that pairs beautifully with any main course. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep, you can effortlessly elevate your meal with the natural goodness of leeks. Whether served alongside roasted meats, grilled fish, or as part of a vegetarian feast, these oven-braised leeks are sure to impress your guests and delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 8 large leeks
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 2 Herbes de Provence
- 1 teaspoons ground pepper
- ½ teaspoon Himalayan pink salt
Directions
- Trim leeks so that you have the 5-8 inch white and light green part available to cook
- Cut the leeks lengthwise in half
- Rinse the leeks well and remove any grit. Pat the leeks dray and place them in a 9x13 baking dish
- Drizzle them with oil and sprinkle with the herbs of Provence, salt and pepper
- Finally, cover with foil and back until very tender, 50 minutes to an hour
- Once you see that they are tender, continue cooking uncovered for about 10 minutes or until they are golden brown
