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February 9, 2016

How to Clean and Cut Leeks (and 10 recipes that use leeks)

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Leeks!
I don’t use them often but when I do I never remember how to clean them and cut them and which part to eat (is it the leafy green part or the white part?).

So I’m actually writing this post for myself so that I can reference it in the future. If it helps you too then WAHOO! Chances are, you are smarter than me and already know this 🙂 If that is the case then you can move on to bigger and better things like making…

Cheesy Potato and Leek Soup
Ham and Bean Soup
Potato and Bacon Soup
Bacon Brussels Leek Pizza
Slow Cooker Pork Chops with Cranberries and Leeks
Spaghetti with Leek Alfredo
Soba Noodles with Leeks
Homemade Macaroni and Cheese with Ham and Leeks
Green Curry Soup with Cauliflower and Leeks
Skillet Poached Eggs with Spinach and Leeks


Step 1: This is a leek. It looks like a big green onion of sorts. Essentially that’s what it is. Get out a cutting board and a knife.

How to Clean and Cut Leeks (and 10 recipes that use leeks)
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Step 2: Cut off the dark green portion of the leek and discard it. You’ll be left with this stubby little portion. (That’s why I hate buying leeks by the pound!)
How to Clean and Cut Leeks (and 10 recipes that use leeks)

Step 3: I like to cut the leeks in half moon slices so I just make a cut right down the center until you get to the white part at the bottom.

How to Clean and Cut Leeks (and 10 recipes that use leeks)
Step 4: Slice the leek into quarter inch slices. And then discard the root part. Get a bowl out and fill it with cold water. Place the sliced leeks in the water. Swirl the water around with your hand and let all the sand and dirt sink to the bottom of the bowl. Skim the top of the surface with your hand and pick up the floating leeks. You can dry them off if you want and use them now!
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4 Comments Filed Under: All Recipes Tagged With: All Posts, kitchen tip tuesday, Tips

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  1. Pam says

    October 20, 2018 at 2:10 pm

    I was hoping to find great recipe for leek soup!!

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  2. Sandra says

    December 20, 2016 at 5:21 pm

    Hi, Karen. Thanks for sharing this step by step guideline for cutting and clean leeks. It really helps us a lot.

    Reply
  3. WendyJ says

    April 17, 2016 at 8:49 pm

    The tough green parts can be used too. I freeze them until needed, then throw them into broths or soups to infuse flavour. The longer they stay in the broth, the better the flavour comes through.

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    • Karen says

      April 17, 2016 at 9:05 pm

      oh wow! good to know 🙂

      Reply

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