Braised leeks & apples

• leeks↗3

  outer leaves removed, thickly sliced

• apples2

  cored and cut into wedges

• thyme sprigs↗3
• vegetable stock↗300ml ml
• butter

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Arrange the leeks and apple wedges in a single layer in a wide, shallow casserole dish with a lid. Poke the sprigs of thyme in among the leeks and pour over the stock. Season and dot the butter on top.

2. 2

   Place over a medium heat, bring to the boil, then put the lid on and gently simmer for 15 mins or until the apples and leeks are tender.