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Ingredients
- For the leeks:
- 5 to 6 leeks, preferably small
- Water
- 1 1/2 tablespoons of good quality butter
- Salt, to taste
- For serving:
- 1/2 tablespoon champagne vinegar
- 1/8 heaping teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon safflower oil
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 hard-boiled egg, chopped
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1072g | |
| Calories 192 | |
| Calories from Fat 160 | 83% |
| Total Fat 18.04g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat 2.22g | 9% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 186mg | 62% |
| Sodium 112mg | 5% |
| Potassium 86mg | 2% |
| Total Carbs 2.43g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugars 0.91g | 1% |
| Protein 5.78g | 9% |
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