Proof that simple ingredients can deliver big flavour, this creamy leek and cabbage dish is the ultimate comfort-food side. Tender leeks and cabbage are simmered in a velvety mustard cream sauce, creating a rich, savoury accompaniment that pairs beautifully with roast chicken, crispy potatoes, or your favourite Sunday lunch.
Creamy leek and cabbage
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 leeks, washed and chopped
- 6 cabbage leaves, stems removed,washed and sliced
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- ½ cup cream
- Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
- To Serve
- Roasted potatoes
- Roasted chicken thighs
Instructions
MELT butter in a pan or pot over medium heat. Add the leek and cabbage and cook for 5-7 minutes, until soft.
ADD the flour and stir to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
ADD in the stock a bit at a time, stirring in between once all the stock has been added, bring to the boil and cook for 5 minutes.
STIR in the cream and mustard . Season to taste. Allow to cook for 5-7 minutes.
SERVE along side your favourite Sunday roast
Also See: Slow-roasted leeks on home-made bruschetta
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