Braised Leeks Are Good Eats

I recently wrote an article for Ridgefield’s Talk of Our Town on eating with the seasons.  I wanted to share this recipe with you because leeks are a great food.  Leeks help to stabilize blood sugar swings and keep cholesterol levels in check.  Leeks also contain kaempferol, a great cancer-fighting flavanoid.

You will need:

• 4 lb of leeks, trimmed, washed, and quartered lengthwise.
• 1 teaspoon of olive or coconut oil.
• 1 cup of veggie broth.
• 1 tablespoon of agave, honey, or natural sugar

How to make it:

1. Heat the oil over medium heat in a skillet.
2. Add the broth and the leeks; then cover and braise, for 10-15 minutes or until the leeks are tender.
3. Cook with out the lid for about 10 minutes, or until the broth is almost gone.
4. Increase the heat to high and drizzle on the sweetner.
5. Cook, stirring frequently, for another 10 minutes or until the leeks are lightly caramelized.

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