Creamed Leeks - {Crema Di Porri}

By á-174942

Ingredients

• 2 pounds leeks trimmed, and dark green leaves removed
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 4 cups hot chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons finely-minced thyme
• Fine sea salt to taste
• Grinding of white pepper
• Grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese for sprinkling

Details

Servings 6

Preparation

Step 1

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.