Ingredients
1/4 cup unsalted butter
4 large leeks, cut crosswise 1/4 inch thick (about five cups)
2 T water
1/2 t salt
Preparation
Melt butter in large pot or dutch oven over medium-low heat. Add leeks: stir to coat. Stir in water and salt. cover. Cook until leeks are tender, stiring often, approx 25 minutes. Uncover and cook a minute or so to evaporate excess water.
