Leeks can give your recipes a more subtle oniony flavor.
What Is a Leek?
Leeks arerelated to scallions, onions, shallots, garlic, chives, ramps, and more.
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They have all have a distinctive flavor and smell, but they have different flavor profiles.
Just follow the steps below for grit-free leeks.
Slice the leek
Cut the leek into large chunks, and slice in half lengthwise.
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That’ll allow the water to reach into the layers and clean the leek.
Chop as required for the recipe
Slice the leeks into smaller pieces to suit the recipe.
Creative Leek Recipes to Try
Leeks are more than just a welcome addition to soups and pastas.
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Try these fresh recipes to use up the leeks.
Lemon zest helps brighten the recipe.
Heavy cream and Gruyere cheese give it added richness.
Top it with bacon for a smoky addition.
Salty ham perfectly balances the leeks.
Fettuccine With Asparagus, Leeks, and Mint
Leeks are in peak season in the spring.
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This easy pasta dish combines a slew of spring veggiesasparagus, leeks and mint.
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