Sautéed Leeks and Apples

Name: Sautéed Leeks and Apples
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Yield: 4 Cups
Ingredients: 1 medium leek; chopped (about 3 cups) 2 teaspoons vegetable oil 2 medium apples; cored and chopped 1 Tablespoon honey (see Notes) 1 teaspoon vinegar (any type) ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper

A sweet and savory side dish perfect for fall.

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Makes: 4 Cups
Nutrition Facts: View label

Ingredients

1 medium leek, chopped (about 3 cups)

2 teaspoons vegetable oil

2 medium apples, cored and chopped

1 Tablespoon honey (see Notes)

1 teaspoon vinegar (any type)

¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper

Directions

Wash hands with soap and water.
In a medium skillet over medium heat, sauté leeks in oil until soft, about 5 minutes.
Add apples and cook while stirring for about 3 minutes, or until apples begin to soften.
Remove from heat. Add honey, vinegar, salt and pepper. Stir gently to combine all ingredients. Serve warm.
Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Notes

Create a wrap by rolling in a whole wheat tortilla with grated cheese.
Honey is not recommended for children under 1 year old.

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Comments

Submitted by shara anslow on Mon, 04/13/2020 - 05:42

This was a favorite recipe with kids! My students were so surprised and happy with the flavor and thought of many ways to add this to their family meals as a side dish. Plus it is really easy to make, favorite quote: "I can make this for my mom!"