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Tasty Filled Leeks Dish

Tasty Filled Leeks Dish: A Savory Delight You’ll Love

Tasty Filled Leeks Dish is a delightful Mediterranean recipe with ground meat, rice, and herbs, perfect for any dietary need.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Substitute with ground lamb for a classic Mediterranean twist.
  • 1 cup Short Grain Rice Adjust water based on the rice type used.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Shallots can be swapped for a milder taste.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is ideal.
  • 1 cup Fresh Parsley Consider using fresh dill for a unique herb profile.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme or Summer Savory Italian seasoning can be a great substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Dill (Dried) Feel free to omit for a different blend.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Mint Leaves Fresh mint is great when available.
  • to taste Table Salt & Ground Black Pepper Essential for seasoning.
For the Leeks
  • 6 Leeks Focus on the white parts for best texture.
  • 2 cups Regular Water Amount may vary based on rice choice.
  • 2 tablespoons Veggie Oil Olive oil is a delightful substitute.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 185°C (365°F). Gather your ingredients for the filling.
  2. Trim the green parts off the leeks and slice them lengthwise. Rinse under running water. Blanch the leeks for 20-30 seconds.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, rice, onion, garlic, parsley, thyme, mint leaves, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  4. Lay out softened leek leaves. Place spoonful of filling at one end and roll tightly.
  5. Grease a baking dish with veggie oil. Arrange wrapped leeks snugly. Drizzle more oil and add water for moisture.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake uncovered for an additional 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, and freeze for up to 2 months.

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