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CREAMED LEEKS WITH BACON AND THYME

You're about to embark on a culinary journey with a deliciously creamy leek and bacon dish. Don't fret, it's simpler than it sounds! You'll be guided through each step, from picking the freshest leeks to crisping the bacon just right.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • ½ tbsp vegetable oil
  • 6 streaky bacon rashers cut into strips
  • 75 ml white wine
  • 150 ml double cream
  • 4 leeks thinly sliced
  • ½ tsp thyme leaves
  • 40 g strong cheddar diced

Instructions
 

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over a medium-high heat. Fry the bacon for 5 mins, then turn down the heat, add the white wine and simmer to a glaze. Add the double cream and reduce by half. Add the leeks and simmer for 10 mins, then stir in the thyme leaves, cheddar and season.