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Grilled Leeks & Sun-Dried Tomatoes




Source of Recipe


Canadianliving.com


Recipe Introduction


The sweetness of balsamic vinegar accents the earthy grilled flavor of leeks. Substitute a good red wine vinegar if unavailable.



List of Ingredients




6 Leeks

Dressing:
2 tbsp (25 mL) Balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp (15 mL) Minced fresh thyme or parsley
1 tbsp (15 mL) Dijon mustard
1 Clove garlic, minced
1/4 tsp (1 mL) Each salt and pepper
1/4 cup (50 mL) Good-quality olive oil
4 Drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped

Recipe



Trim green ends from, leeks; split lengthwise and rinse thoroughly under water. In saucepan of boiling salted water, cook leeks for 6 to 8 minutes or until tender; drain and cool under cold water. Place, cut sides down, on rack over medium-high heat; grill, turning once, for 8 minutes or until golden. Cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces; place in airtight container.
Dressing: In small bowl, mix vinegar, thyme, mustard, garlic, salt and pepper; gradually whisk in oil. Pour over leeks; sprinkle with sundried tomatoes. (Leeks can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours.)