Sauteed Leeks in Lemon Dill Butter

Name: Sauteed Leeks in Lemon Dill Butter
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 serving(s)
Ingredients: 5 medium leeks, white and light green parts only; 1/4 cup butter; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1/4-1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, can use half the amount of dried dill; 1/8 teaspoon white pepper; salt, to taste

Submitted by *Parsley*

"I love leeks. Here's another way to make them."

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photo by breezermom

Ready In:: 20mins
Ingredients:: 7
Serves:: 6

ingredients

5 medium leeks, white and light green parts only
¹⁄₄ cup butter
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¹⁄₄ - ¹⁄₂ teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, can use half the amount of dried dill
¹⁄₈ teaspoon white pepper
salt, to taste

directions

Slice leeks in half lengthwise and soak/rinse well to remove dirt and grit.
Cut the leeks into 2-inch pieces.
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the leeks and saute until fork-tender.
Reduce heat to low and stir in lemon juice, sugar, dill, white pepper and salt. Stir to combine well.
Serve.

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I love leeks, and really enjoyed the slight sweetness from the sugar in this recipe. This is quick and easy to make, and tastes delicious! Thanks for sharing! Made for ZWT7.

breezermom
Love leeks. Love leeks in butter! I wasn't sure about the dill, but I loved it! Fabulous side with dinner tonight, and I will make again.<br/>ZWT7 - Shady Ladies

Chef PotPie
I love leeks, but never thought to eat them on their own. This recipe is the perfect way to do so! Made for ZWT6 by a RedHot Renegade.

JackieOhNo!
Loved. Made it for my lemon party so I wanted something light as a side and this was perfect. First, I love leeks and use them often, but this was just wonderful. I made the full amount as I had 14 for dinner, but the dishes were tapas sized, so divided up, this was the perfect amount. I used fresh dill, lemon and garnished with a few lemon slices to accent the flavor. I get leeks quite often, so I will definitely make this again. I find leeks and fennel are almost afraid of or intimidated by. They are great vegetables and make a wonderful side dish. Thx so much!!

SarasotaCook
What a great way to serve leeks.I added some fresh parsley.It tasted really yummy. The picture is not the best; sorry. I made it for Photo Tag;thanks for posting. Rita

Sageca