Braised leeks with parmesan

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Braised leeks with parmesan is a savory side dish where tender, slow-cooked leeks are finished with a topping of melted, salty Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. The core ingredients are leeks, butter or olive oil for braising, and freshly grated parmesan, often with a splash of broth or white wine. This preparation is a classic example of Italian-inspired comfort food, highlighting the natural sweetness of the leeks.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is moderate in fat, primarily from the cooking fat and the parmesan cheese, and provides a good source of fiber, vitamin K, and manganese from the leeks. A typical serving contains roughly 150-200 calories, with the exact amount depending on the quantity of cheese and fat used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	6.5 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	13 g
Fiber	2.5 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	480 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Vitamin K	45 mcg
Calcium	180 mg
Vitamin A	1200 IU
Iron	2.1 mg
Vitamin C	12 mg
Phosphorus	110 mg
Folate	40 mcg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Leeks are a member of the allium family, related to onions and garlic, and have been cultivated since ancient times as a culinary and medicinal plant. The combination of the vegetable's mild, sweet flavor when braised with the umami-rich, aged parmesan creates a deeply satisfying flavor profile that exemplifies the Italian principle of using a few high-quality ingredients to create a complex dish.