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Discover the Sweetness of Leeks

Sauté, simmer, or grill leeks to bring out their velvety texture and uniquely complex flavor

by David Tanis

Leeks deserve more attention than they get. They’re useful as a base for stuffings, stews, soups, and sautés, but they take center stage, too. In this article, David Tanis explains how to select, wash, prep, and use leeks in various ways.



From Fine Cooking 46, pp. 62-65
August 1, 2001

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