
A warm, fragrant Greek pilaf where sweet, softly sautéed leeks melt into tender rice enriched with butter and olive oil. Bright lemon and fresh dill lift the dish into something homey yet celebratory—perfect as a weeknight side or a simple main with a salad.
1 ½ cup rice, long-grain, rinsed until water runs clear
3 leek, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced and rinsed well
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
2 clove garlic, finely minced
3 cup chicken stock, hot
¼ cup white wine
1 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
1 bay leaf
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
2 oz feta cheese, crumbled, optional for serving
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.

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