Leek And Mustard Mash Recipes

LEEKS IN MUSTARD SAUCE

Steps:

• Cut leeks into 1-1/2-in. slices, then julienne. In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute leeks, onions and garlic in oil until tender. , Meanwhile, in a small heavy saucepan, whisk the egg yolks, water and lemon juice. Cook and stir over low heat until mixture begins to thicken, bubbles around the edges and reaches 160°, about 20 minutes. Add butter, 1 tablespoon at a time, whisking after each addition until melted. Remove from the heat; stir in mustard and pepper. , Transfer leek mixture to a serving bowl; top with mustard sauce.

BASIC MUSTARD MASH

Steps:

• Tip the potatoes into a large saucepan, cover with boiling water and boil for 20 mins or until soft. Drain the potatoes in a colander and leave to steam-dry for a few moments before putting them back in the pan. Add the butter, milk and mustard, season well, then mash thoroughly until creamy. Cover to keep warm until serving.

LEEK AND MUSTARD MASH

Steps:

• Peel the potatoes and cut into even-sized chunks, then cook in a large saucepan of boiling water with the lid on for 20 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a knife. Remove from the heat and drain thoroughly. Leave for 5 minutes with the lid off.
• Meanwhile, in a frying pan melt the butter and add the shredded leeks. Cook for 5-6 minutes until softened and beginning to colour. Mash the potatoes then, using a wooden spoon, beat the potatoes until smooth before adding the leeks with the milk and mustard. Season to taste.

MASHED POTATOES WITH LEEKS

Steps:

• Put the potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Season generously with salt and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium low and simmer until the potatoes are very tender but not falling apart, about 15 minutes.
• Meanwhile, melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the leeks, thyme and rosemary. Cook, stirring, until the leeks soften, 12 to 15 minutes; season with salt and pepper and set aside.
• Drain the potatoes and return to the pot over low heat; cook until any excess water evaporates, about 2 minutes. Add the remaining 1½ sticks butter, reserving 1 tablespoon for topping, and mash with a potato masher until smooth and the butter has melted. Gradually mash in ½ cup milk and ½ teaspoon salt until creamy, adding up to ¼ cup more milk as needed. Season with salt and pepper and stir in the cooked leeks.
• Transfer the potatoes to a bowl; top with the remaining butter before serving.

LEEKS WITH MUSTARD DRESSING

Steps:

• Steam leeks over a saucepan of boiling water until they are just tender.
• Meanwhile, in a bowl, stir together mustard & vinegar.
• Cut egg in half lengthwise & scoop egg yolk into the bowl & mash it thoroughly into the mustard mixture, using a fork.
• Gradually work in the oil to make a smooth sauce, then season to taste with salt & pepper.
• Life leeks out of steamer & place on several layers of paper towels, then cover them with more paper towels & pat dry.
• Transfer leeks to serving dish while still warm.
• Spoon dressing over them & let cool.
• Finely chop egg white using a large sharp knife, then mix with chopped fresh parsley & scatter over the leeks.
• Chill in refrigerator until ready to serve.