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Carrots and Leeks

4.0

(13)

A shot of red-wine vinegar is all it takes to enliven this simple, earthy side dish.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    40 min

  • Yield

    Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

3 medium leeks (white and pale green parts only)
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 lb carrots, cut diagonally into 1 1/4-inch pieces
1 1/4 cups water
1/2 cup red-wine vinegar

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Halve leeks lengthwise, then cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces and wash

    Step 2

    Sauté leeks in butter with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until softened, 5 to 6 minutes.

    Step 3

    Stir in carrots, water, and vinegar. Cook, covered, over medium-high heat until carrots are tender, 20 to 25 minutes.

    Step 4

    Boil, uncovered, until liquid has evaporated, 3 to 5 minutes.

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