Enjoy the sweet and delicate flavor of roasted leeks with this elegant and unique side.
Toss leeks with oil and salt on a large rimmed baking sheet until well coated.
Arrange the slices in a single layer on the pan.
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Roast until softened, about 15 minutes.
Remove from oven; increase oven temperature to 450F.
Meanwhile, stir Parmesan, lemon zest, thyme and pepper together in a small bowl until combined.
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Sprinkle the leeks evenly with Parmesan mixture.
(Its OK if some falls off onto the pan.)
They alsoact as a prebiotic, providing food for your beneficial gut bacteria.
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Likemost other cheeses, Parmesan delivers essential nutrients, including protein and calcium.
It is considered a higher-sodium cheese, but its pungent smell and flavor go a long way.
Remove some of the tough outer leaves and set those aside too.
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Slice off and discard the root end of the leek.
Gently swish them around and let the dirt settle to the bottom of the bowl.
Then, sprinkle on some freshly grated Parmesan cheese if you wish.
Leeks sweeten and mellow with cooking, so you might serve them with just about anything.
- Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day.
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