Melted Leeks with Peas
Two vegetables in one, fresh tasting and delicious – my garden peas are months off being ready to harvest so I use frozen peas here with delicious results.
SERVES
8
PEOPLE
PREP TIME
45
MINUTES
COOKING TIME
20
MINUTES
Ingredients
900g leeks (once prepared)
50g butter
2 tbsp water, if necessary
salt and freshly ground pepper
300g frozen peas
Method
Cut off the dark green leaves from the top of the leeks (keep for soup).
Slit the leeks about halfway down the centre and wash well under cold running water.
Slice into roughly 10mm rounds. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper.
Melt the butter in a heavy casserole; when it foams, add the sliced leeks and toss gently to coat.
Cover with a paper lid and a close-fitting lid. Reduce the heat and cook very gently for 8-14 minutes approx., or until tender (it will depend on how old the leeks are). Check and stir every now and then.
Add the frozen peas and continue to cook for 1-2minutes.
Turn off the heat and allow to continue to cook in the heat for a couple of minutes until the peas are tender.
Serve in a warm dish – it should be juicy.
Note: The pot of leeks may be cooked in the oven at 160°C/Gas Mark 3 if that is more convenient.
