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Crispy Leeks
From Farm Where Life is Good
<p>Herb-crusted tofu with crispy baked leeks alongside mashed potatoes and kale sauteed with garlic. What a pairing!</p>Source: Eating Well Magazine (Entered by Lara Rasmussen Anderson)
Serves: 2-3
Ingredients
3-4 small
leeks, white and light green parts
2 tsp
olive oil, plus 1 Tbsp (divided)
2 Tbsp
AP flour
1 tsp
paprika
1/2 tsp
garlic powder
1/4 tsp
salt
1 tsp
Italian seasoning (dry basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, etc)
1/2 tsp
freshly zested lemon
1/2 tsp
freshly ground black pepper
Step by Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Cut leek in half lengthwise, then cut each piece in half crosswise. Cut each quarter into long, thin strips. Rinse the strips in hot water and pat dry.
- Toss in a medium bowl with 2 teaspoons oil. Sprinkle flour, paprika, garlic powder and salt over the leeks; toss well to combine. Spread in an even layer on a baking sheet.
- Bake, stirring once or twice, until the leeks are crispy and golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes. Let stand on the baking sheet until serving.