Pasta With Eggs, Leeks & Cream

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Advanced
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This Italian main features Dried Pasta — -or-, Fresh Pasta — * see note, Leeks, Unsalted Butter — or. It delivers smooth, comforting richness. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.

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Pasta With Eggs, Leeks & Cream

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 Calories: 413.5

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This Italian main features Dried Pasta -- -or-, Fresh Pasta -- * see note, Leeks, Unsalted Butter -- or. It delivers smooth, comforting richness. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Salted 4 Eggs -- -or- 1 c Egg Substitute 1/4 c Parmesean Cheese -- freshly Grated 1/4 c Light
  2. Cream -- (or Evaporated milk) Salt Fresh Ground Pepper * recommended angel hair, penne or gemelli.
  3. Trim the leeks, discarding the root end and the tough green tops.
  4. Slice the leeks lengthwise and wash under cold running water to remove all the dirt.
  5. Cut the white portions and the tender green tops crosswise into very thin slices.
  6. In a large wide frying pan over medium heat melt the butter.
  7. Add the leeks and saute, stirring until tender, about 5 minutes.
  8. Remove from heat, cover pan and keep warm.
  9. In a bowl, beat together the eggs, cheese, cream and salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Set aside.
  11. Cook pasta until almost al dente.
  12. Drain the pasta and add it to the frying pan holding the leeks and raise the heat to high.
  13. Pour in the egg mixture and stir well until the eggs are firm but not dry, 1-2 minutes.
  14. Serve immediately.
  15. Pass the more cheese at the table

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 413.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14.4g23%
Saturated Fat 8.0g40%
Cholesterol 32.2mg11%
Sodium 32.3mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 60.2g21%
Dietary Fiber 4.9g20%
Sugars 4.8g
Protein 11.3g23%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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