Braised Leeks And Mushrooms



Steps


Remove roots , outer leaves , and tops from leeks , leaving 6 inches of each leek.
Cut each diagonally into thirds , then diagonally in half to form 6 triangular pieces.
Rinse under cold water.
Drain well.
Combine beef broth , tomato paste , salt , thyme , and pepper in a bowl , and stir with a whisk.
Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
Add leeks and mushrooms , and saute 6 minutes or until the vegetables are lightly browned.
Add broth mixture.
Cover , reduce heat , and simmer 15 minutes or until leeks are tender.
Uncover , and simmer 7 minutes or until liquid almost evaporates , stirring occasionally.

Ingredients


leeks, nonfat beef broth, tomato paste, salt, dried thyme, black pepper, butter, mushrooms