Leeks Vinaigrette Yield: 4 servings Ingredients: 8 Medium Size leeks, trimmed well 1 Tbl Balsamic vinaigrette -washed Split the trimmed leeks lengthwise, leaving the white root ends whole. Make certain all sand is rinsed away. Bundle leeks and tie with string. Drop into saucepan of boiling water and simmer, covered, about 12 minutes, until just [...]
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