Ingredient: Leeks

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Leeks-

  • Description

Leeks have dark green tops that are usually removed because they are tough, but save them and add them to your stock.  The tender white bottoms are the more usable section of the vegetable.  Leeks are in the onion family and add a mild sweet onion flavor.

  • Preparation

Leeks are great in soup and stews, they can be grilled, baked, boiled, steamed, or sautéed.  They are very versatile and add a great amount of flavor. Leeks are sweeter than onions.         

 ** Leeks need to be cleaned well, they often contain a ton of dirt that you may not even see.  Try slicing them and peeling back the layers to clean them completely.

  • Storage

Refrigerate your leeks, wrap them loosely in plastic and place them in the veggie drawer. Leeks can last a week or more.

  • Nutrition

Leeks are packed with vitamin K, A, C, E, fiber, folate, and several important minerals as well.

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Recipes Using Leeks

Shiitake Mushroom and Leek Cream Sauce

by (updated 2851 days ago)
Ingredients: Basil / Butter / Cream / Garlic / Leeks / Mushrooms / Tomatoes

The veggies, herbs are very flexible in this recipe. The cream sauce is great on top of pasta, tender meats, or rice. Have fun with it!