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

Beef Bone Broth

by (updated 2889 days ago)
Ingredients: Beef Bones / Carrots / Garlic / Leeks / Onion

This post contains everything I know about bone broth, including how I choose to make it. Stock up on this stuff in your freezer and you’ll be a happy and healthy camper!

Slow Cooker Chicken, Rice and Broccoli

by (updated 2893 days ago)
Ingredients: Basil / Broccoli / Chicken Thighs / Honey / Leeks / Oregano

Another delicious and flexible slow cooker recipe. Herbs called for are dried, but if you have some fresh ones on hand, put in about 3 times the amount of fresh herbs.