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Creamed Leeks with Bacon & Thyme
This creamy and flavorful dish combines leeks, crispy bacon, and aromatic thyme, creating a satisfying side or light main course.

- Prep time
- 15 min
- Cook time
- 30 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
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- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 4 leeks, white and light green parts only, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1
In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the skillet.
- 2
Add leeks and garlic to the skillet and sauté until leeks are softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Stir in the heavy cream and thyme leaves. Bring to a simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
- 4
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5
Serve the creamed leeks topped with the crispy bacon.