France Purée de Poireau (Leek Puree)
Purée de poireau, or pureed leeks, commonly accompany French roasts and other meat entrées. Leeks are not only rich in flavor but also in fiber, antioxidants, and vitamins. With their mild, lightly sweet, onion-like flavor, leeks need few seasonings to turn them into a delicious side dish.
Recipe Servings: 4
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
25 minutes
Total Time
45 minutes
Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Kosher
Halal
Ingredients
- 4 medium leeks
- 8 cups (2 l) water
- 1½ tsp (7.5 g) sea salt, divided
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml) ground black pepper
- 2 Tbsp (30 g) salted butter
- 1 Tbsp (15 ml) chopped chives
Directions
- Trim roots off leeks and cut into 1-inch (2.5-cm) pieces.
- Place leeks, water, and 1 teaspoon (5 ml) sea salt in a pot and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 15–20 minutes.
- Process leeks in a blender or food processor.
- Return leek puree to the pot.
- Add remaining salt, black pepper, and butter, stirring and mashing.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chives.
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