Leek Salad with Persimmons and Almonds

• 4 medium leeks, white and tender green parts only, halved lengthwise
• 1 1/2 cups chicken stock or low-sodium broth
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 thyme sprig plus 1 teaspoon chopped thyme leaves
• Kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 cup crumbled Greek feta cheese
• 2 ripe Fuyu persimmons, peeled and cut into thin wedges
• 2 cups baby arugula
• 2 tablespoons crushed marcona almonds

1. Set the leeks cut side up in a large skillet.
2. Add the stock, butter, bay leaf, thyme sprig and a pinch of salt.
3. Cover tightly and simmer over low heat until tender, about 30 minutes.
4. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the leeks to a platter and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the cooking liquid.
5. Let cool completely.
6. In a medium bowl, whisk the mustard with the chopped thyme, lemon juice and vinegar.
7. Gradually whisk in the olive oil and season with salt.
8. Scatter the feta over the leeks and drizzle lightly with some of the dressing.
9. Add the persimmons and arugula to the remaining dressing in the bowl, season lightly with salt and toss.
10. Mound the salad over the leeks, garnish with the almonds and serve.

leeks, chicken, unsalted butter, bay leaf, thyme, kosher salt, mustard, lemon juice, cider vinegar, extravirgin olive oil, feta cheese, persimmons, baby arugula, marcona almonds

Taken from www.foodandwine.com/recipes/leek-salad-persimmons-and-almonds (may not work)