CRISPY POTATOES AND LEEKS

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These become tender and soft in the oven, and are finished off under the broiler to crip them up! Adapted from Cooking Pleasures magazine. Potatoes and leeks were used throughout Europe and are considered Irish, Russian and Southern USA foods.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Breakfast

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 tablespoons butter, divided
2 large leeks, thinly sliced (about 2 cups)
2 large russet potatoes, unpeeled (about 1 1/2 pounds)
1 cup chopped green onion
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
3 teaspoons olive oil, divided
parsley, chopped- to garnish

Steps:

  • Melt 1 tbls. of butter in a heavy large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add leeks; cook 3 minutes or until soft. Place in a large bowl and cool. Reserve skillet.
  • Shred potatoes using food processor or grater, working quickly to avoid discoloration. Rinse potatoes under cold water; pat dry with paper towels. Place in the bowl with the leeks. Add green onions, salt, pepper and thyme. Toss to combine.
  • Spray a 11"x7" baking dish with nonstick cookiing spray. Heat 1 1/2 tbls. of the butter and 1 1/2 teaspoons of the oil in the same skillet over medium high heat until melted and hot. Spoon half of the potato mixture into skillet, and cook 5-8 minutes or until potatoes are tender and golden brown, stirring frequently. Spread evenly in baking dish. Repeat with remaining butter, oil, and potato mixture.(Potatoes can be made to this point oup to 1 day ahead. Bring to room temperature before reheating).
  • Heat oven to 350*F. Bake 20 minutes or until heated through. Heat broiler; broil 4-6 minutes or until top is browned and slightly crisp. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley. Enjoy!

areej khan ak
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover potatoes and leeks.


Briella Rodriguez
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Kamari
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new favorite!


Alishan Durrani
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OMG! This dish was so good!


Kashif Anjum
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.


INS MAGIC
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


juju lemon25
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This dish was delicious! The potatoes were crispy and the leeks were tender.


Tewakal Tube
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. The potatoes are always crispy and the leeks are always tender.


Maher Umer
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This dish was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious! The potatoes were crispy and the leeks were tender. The sauce was also very good.


Abubakar Gillani
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it! The potatoes were crispy and the leeks were tender. The sauce was also very good.


K K
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This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and it turned out perfectly. The potatoes were crispy and the leeks were tender. The sauce was also very good.


Abongile Mashiya
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I love this dish! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. The potatoes and leeks are always crispy and tender, and the sauce is so creamy and flavorful.


Virginia Bohler
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The potatoes and leeks are always crispy and tender, and the sauce is so flavorful.


antranette hartage
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I made this dish last night and it was delicious! The potatoes were crispy and flavorful, and the leeks were perfectly tender. The sauce was also very good, with a nice tangy flavor.


Johnson Mason
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These crispy potatoes and leeks were a hit at our dinner party! Everyone loved the combination of crispy potatoes and tender leeks, and the sauce was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this dish again.


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