I'm always looking for ways to use the tops of leeks rather than tossing them - here are a few -
Of course, wash them very carefully and...
slice the green tops very thinly; blanch in boiling water (about 2 minutes) until they turn bright green, then drain. Saute in hot butter with a pinch of pepper added.
Slice thinly and add to soups, stocks, stews.
Saute and add to sauces and strain - add great flavor.
Shred finely and put in water with a little butter, seasoning and a couple of chicken fillets, cover and cook in the oven on low heat for an hour and a half. The leek tops act as an onion but with better flavor.
Anyone else have some good uses for leek tops??
Of course, wash them very carefully and...
slice the green tops very thinly; blanch in boiling water (about 2 minutes) until they turn bright green, then drain. Saute in hot butter with a pinch of pepper added.
Slice thinly and add to soups, stocks, stews.
Saute and add to sauces and strain - add great flavor.
Shred finely and put in water with a little butter, seasoning and a couple of chicken fillets, cover and cook in the oven on low heat for an hour and a half. The leek tops act as an onion but with better flavor.
Anyone else have some good uses for leek tops??
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