Leek

Plural

Leeks

Season

available year-round

How to select

Spring and Fall are the high seasons, when they will be small and tender. Larger and tougher the rest of the year.

How to prepare

Cut off root and tough, dark green leaves. Slice in half lengthwise and rinse dirt from stalk. boil, braise, puree, steam, stew

Matches well with

bacon, bechamel sauce, beets, bread crumbs, butter, cheese, cream, fish, hollandaise sauce, lemon, mustard, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, parsley, peas, potatoes, red wine, thyme, tomatoes, vinaigrette