Creamed Leeks - {Crema Di Porri}

Recipe Ingredients

2 lbs	908g / 32oz	Leeks - trimmed, and
		Dark green leaves removed
2 tablespoons	30ml	Unsalted butter
2 tablespoons	30ml	Flour
4 cups	948ml	Hot chicken broth
2 tablespoons	30ml	Finely-minced thyme
		Fine sea salt - to taste
		Grinding of white pepper
		Grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese - for sprinkling

Recipe Instructions

Cut the leeks in half lengthwise. Wash them well to remove any dirt and cut them into thin slices.

Melt the butter in a 3-quart saucepan, add the leeks and cook them very slowly until they soften, about 5 minutes. Stir in the flour and cook 1 minute. Slowly pour in the broth and stir to keep the mixture smooth. Cook over medium heat until the mixture is soft and pureed-looking but not too thick, about 10 minutes.

Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the thyme, salt and pepper. Transfer the mixture to a serving dish and sprinkle with the cheese.

Serve the leeks in small bowls accompanied with slices of toasted bread.

This recipe yields 6 to 8 servings.

Source:
Ciao Italia at http://www.ciaoitalia.com

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