Leeks In Mustard Sauce Recipes

CLASSIC LEEKS VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Trim leeks, removing tough outer layers and cutting off root ends. Leave a little green at the top. Make a lengthwise slit part way down each leek. Put leeks in a large basin of warm tap water and swish vigorously to dislodge any sand or dirt. Remove carefully, leaving grit in basin.
• Fill a medium sauce pot with water and bring to a boil. Add a generous pinch of salt and put in leeks. Cook at a brisk simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, until leeks are quite tender when pierced with a paring knife. Drain and cool to room temperature.
• Make vinaigrette: put mustard and vinegar in a bowl and stir to dissolve. Whisk in olive oil to make a thick sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
• Blot leeks and divide among 4 plates. Spoon vinaigrette over leeks, smearing with back of spoon. Sprinkle with capers. Garnish each plate with cornichons, olives and half an egg.

PORK CHOPS WITH LEEKS IN MUSTARD SAUCE

Steps:

• Pat chops dry with paper towels. Mix 2 teaspoons coarse salt, thyme, rosemary, and 1 teaspoon pepper in small bowl. Sprinkle seasoning mixture on both sides of chops. Let stand at room temperature 1 to 2 hours or wrap and chill up to 1 day.
• Heat heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add bacon and sauté until crisp and lightly browned. Using slotted spoon, transfer bacon to small bowl. Increase heat to medium-high. Add chops to skillet. Sear until brown, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer chops to small baking sheet.
• Pour off all but 3 tablespoons drippings from skillet (or add olive oil to make 3 tablespoons). Add leeks and sauté until soft, about 7 minutes. Add garlic and stir 1 minute. Add brandy, then broth and bring to boil, scraping up browned bits. Return bacon to skillet; add sage and stir to blend.
• Nestle chops in leeks in skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover; simmer 3 minutes. Turn chops over. Cover; simmer until thermometer inserted into thickest part of chops registers 140°F to 145°F, about 3 minutes longer. Transfer chops to platter. Tent loosely with foil to keep warm.
• Spoon off any fat from cooking liquid in skillet. Boil until all liquid evaporates, about 3 minutes. Whisk in mustard, then crème fraîche (do not boil). Season with salt and pepper. Spoon over chops.

LEEKS WITH MUSTARD DRESSING

Steps:

• Steam leeks over a saucepan of boiling water until they are just tender.
• Meanwhile, in a bowl, stir together mustard & vinegar.
• Cut egg in half lengthwise & scoop egg yolk into the bowl & mash it thoroughly into the mustard mixture, using a fork.
• Gradually work in the oil to make a smooth sauce, then season to taste with salt & pepper.
• Life leeks out of steamer & place on several layers of paper towels, then cover them with more paper towels & pat dry.
• Transfer leeks to serving dish while still warm.
• Spoon dressing over them & let cool.
• Finely chop egg white using a large sharp knife, then mix with chopped fresh parsley & scatter over the leeks.
• Chill in refrigerator until ready to serve.

LEEKS WITH THREE MUSTARD AND CHEESE SAUCE

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6/180C fan oven.
• Place the leeks in a pan of cold salted water, bring to the boil and simmer for 3 minutes until just tender. Drain and put under cold water immediately to refresh and stop the cooking process.
• Place the butter, flour and milk in a saucepan and slowly bring up to the boil and whisk all the time. Once it is up to the boil, reduce the heat and let it just simmer for 2 minutes.
• Add the grated cheddar and parmesan and then the mustards. Season with salt and pepper.
• Put your leeks into a shallow serving dish and pour over the sauce.
• Mix the breadcrumbs and the cheese together and scatter over the top of the leeks.
• Bake in the oven for 20 minutes until the top is golden brown.

LEEKS IN MUSTARD SAUCE

Steps:

• Cut leeks into 1-1/2-in. slices, then julienne. In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute leeks, onions and garlic in oil until tender. , Meanwhile, in a small heavy saucepan, whisk the egg yolks, water and lemon juice. Cook and stir over low heat until mixture begins to thicken, bubbles around the edges and reaches 160°, about 20 minutes. Add butter, 1 tablespoon at a time, whisking after each addition until melted. Remove from the heat; stir in mustard and pepper. , Transfer leek mixture to a serving bowl; top with mustard sauce.

STEAMED LEEKS IN MUSTARD AND CAPER VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar and 1/2 teaspoon salt until salt has dissolved; add mustard, capers, and oil and whisk to blend. Season with salt; set vinaigrette aside.
• Bring 1 quart of water to a boil in the bottom of a saucepan fitted with a steamer basket. Place leeks in steamer basket, cover, and steam until cooked through, about 10 minutes.
• Drain leeks and transfer to a serving platter. Immediately cover with vinaigrette. Sprinkle with chives or parsley and serve immediately.

LEEKS WITH MUSTARDS AND CHEESE

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
• Place the leeks in a pan of cold salted water, bring to the boil and simmer for 3 minutes until just tender.
• Drain and put under cold water immediately to refresh and stop the cooking process.
• Place the butter, flour and milk in a saucepan and slowly bring up to the boil whisking all the time.
• Once it is up to the boil, reduce the heat and let it just simmer for 2 minutes.
• Add the grated cheddar and parmesan, then the mustards.
• Season with salt and pepper and the nutmeg.
• Put the leeks into a shallow serving dish and pour over the sauce.
• Mix the breadcrumbs and the cheese together and sprinkle over the top of the leeks.
• Bake in the oven for 20 minutes until the top is golden brown.

LEEKS WITH MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Whisk vinegar and mustard in small bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in oil. Whisk in shallots. Season vinaigrette to taste with salt and pepper.
• Trim dark green tops from leeks; then trim root ends, leaving base intact. Cut leeks lengthwise into quarters. Rinse under cold water to remove any soil. Working in batches, steam leeks on rack in large pot until tender, about 8 minutes. (Vinaigrette and leeks can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover separately and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature and rewhisk vinaigrette before using.)
• Arrange leeks on large platter. Drizzle vinaigrette over. Sprinkle alternating bands of chopped egg yolks, egg whites, and parsley over and serve.

LEEKS WITH MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil. With kitchen twine, tie leeks into two bundles, with green tops at the same ends. Add bundles to boiling water. Reduce heat, and simmer until leeks are tender, about 15 minutes. Remove leeks; rinse under cold water. Drain well, and gently pat dry with paper towels. Set aside.
• Make vinaigrette: In a large bowl, whisk together mustard, vinegar, garlic, and basil. Slowly whisk in oil in a fine stream. Add salt and pepper.
• Gently toss leeks in the bowl with vinaigrette, coating well. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

CHEESY LEEKS

Steps:

• Heat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Tip the leeks into a steamer basket and steam for 6-8 mins until bright green and just becoming tender.
• Meanwhile, heat the butter and flour together in a saucepan, stirring until you have a thick paste. Add the milk, a splash at a time, stirring continuously until all the milk has been added. Cook for 2-3 mins more until the sauce has thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon. Stir in most of the Yeo valley Organic mature cheddar, the mustard and some seasoning.
• Fold the steamed leeks into the cheese sauce, then tip everything into an ovenproof baking dish. Scatter over the breadcrumbs, thyme and remaining cheese, then bake for 20 mins until golden, crisp on top and bubbling at the edges. Leave to stand for 5 mins before serving.

MUSTARD CHICKEN & LEEK ONE-POT

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a wide casserole dish over a medium-high heat, and season the chicken all over. Cook the chicken on all sides until the skin is crisp and golden brown (they don't need to be cooked through at this point). Transfer to a plate.
• Discard all of the fat in the pan except about 1 tsp, and fry the leeks for 5-6 mins until starting to turn bright green and tender. Add a splash of water if the leeks are beginning to turn golden. Scoop out and set aside with the chicken.
• Tip the potatoes into the pan, then pour over the chicken stock and nestle in the thyme. Cook, uncovered, over a high heat for 10 mins, then reduce the heat to medium. Stir in the mustard, crème fraîche, peas and leeks. Nestle the chicken back into the pan, so it's mostly covered by the sauce.
• Put on the lid and cook for about 20-25 mins until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes are tender. If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix the flour in a small bowl with 2 tbsp cold water. Stir into the sauce and simmer with the lid off for 2-3 mins more until the sauce thickens. Grind over some black pepper to serve.