Available September through May
STORAGE
Store, unwashed, in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for a week or two. Wash and dry before cooking.
FAVE WAYS TO PREPARE
Remove dark green tops (save for stock), cut in half lengthwise, and…
-Char, in a skillet in the fat of your choice, ‘til very tender and deeply browned (or kinda blackened). Rest leeks while you prepare a Hot Honey Vinaigrette for drizzling. Season with salt and pepper.
-Steam, ‘til tender, about 5 minutes. Rest leeks while you prepare a Mustard Vinaigrette. Season with salt and pepper, top with dill or parsley, and your fave crunchy bit.
Thinly slice halved leeks and…
-Cook down with mushrooms, broccoli, whatever veggie your heart desires, and make Fancy Annie’s™
-Use as a filling for Chickpea Pancakes