Braised Leek, Celery and Apple

by stacey amagrande

 

Yields1 Serving
 1 leek, outer leaves peeled and washed, sliced into 1inch pieces
 3 stalks celery, peeled and sliced into 1 inch pieces
 1 apple cored and sliced very thin
 1 sprig fresh thyme
 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
 A splash of white wine or white wine vinegar
1

Put the EVOO into a heavy bottom pan heat to medium then add the leeks

2

Cook for 4-5 min then add the celery apple thyme salt and pepper. Saute’d until celery is tender, about 4-5 min longer.

3

Once tender, add a splash of white wine let it bubble for a minute; then add a couple tablespoons of water. Simmer until most of the liquid evaporates. If the pan gets too dry too quickly add a bit more water.

4

All veggies should be tender and delicious! Enjoy as a great side dish or add some mushroom to the saute’ed and serve over rice for a great vegan meal!

Ingredients

 1 leek, outer leaves peeled and washed, sliced into 1inch pieces
 3 stalks celery, peeled and sliced into 1 inch pieces
 1 apple cored and sliced very thin
 1 sprig fresh thyme
 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
 A splash of white wine or white wine vinegar

Directions

1

Put the EVOO into a heavy bottom pan heat to medium then add the leeks

2

Cook for 4-5 min then add the celery apple thyme salt and pepper. Saute’d until celery is tender, about 4-5 min longer.

3

Once tender, add a splash of white wine let it bubble for a minute; then add a couple tablespoons of water. Simmer until most of the liquid evaporates. If the pan gets too dry too quickly add a bit more water.

4

All veggies should be tender and delicious! Enjoy as a great side dish or add some mushroom to the saute’ed and serve over rice for a great vegan meal!

Braised Leek, Celery and Apple