| Preparation time | 15 min |
| Cooking Time | 35 min |
| Ready In | 50 min |
| Level of Difficulty | Very Easy |
| Servings | 4 |
Ingredients
Two large leeks
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic
½ tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
1 Tbsp grated Parmesan (optional)
Directions
- Preheat oven to 400℉
- Cut the root of the leek and the greens about 4 inches above the bulb
- Cut leek lengthwise and rinse in between the layers
- Mix the oil, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl
- Lay the leek halves with layers facing up on an ungreased baking sheet
- Using a spoon, spread the oil mixture on the leeks and into the layers
- Flip over the leeks and place in the oven for 30 minutes
- Pierce the leek with a fork, if it is not yet tender, continue to cook then fork test every 5 minutes
- Remove pan from oven, peel the tough top layer of the leek, and discard
- Sprinkle with grated Parmesan and enjoy!
- *Note, any kind of oil can be substituted for olive oil