Creamy Leek Sauce
A smooth and flavorful Creamy Leek Sauce made with sautéed leeks, garlic, cream, and butter—perfect for chicken, fish, pasta, or vegetables.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Sauce / Condiment
Cuisine French / European
Servings 4
Calories 120 kcal
- 2 medium leeks trimmed, cleaned, and thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half for lighter version
- ½ cup chicken or vegetable broth
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese optional, for richness
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Clean leeks thoroughly, slice thinly.
Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat.
Add leeks and sauté 6–8 minutes until soft and slightly caramelized.
Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in broth and simmer for 3–4 minutes.
Reduce heat to low; stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
Simmer 5 minutes, stirring until sauce thickens and becomes creamy.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Blend for a silky finish (optional) or serve as is.
Nutrition Facts (per ¼ cup, approx.):
- Calories: 120
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 1g
Keyword Creamy Leek Sauce