COOKING WITH LEEKS
Storage
Leeks should be stored unwashed and untrimmed in the refrigerator. Place them in a sealable bag or wrap them in a damp paper towel to maintain moisture.
Prep Tip
Be sure to rinse the layers of the leek well after cutting, as they often hide sand and grit.
Seasonality
Leeks are generally harvested in Michigan in the late Summer through the Fall, with wild leeks, also called ramps, available in April or May.
Explore Leek Recipes
Vegetable Strudel with Vegetable Sauce
Try this recipe for Vegetable Strudel with Vegetable Sauce from the Farm Restaurant in Port Austin, MI.
Cider-Braised Leeks with Bacon
Our recipe for braised leeks pairs them with other Michigan fall time flavors, like fresh apple cider and bacon.
Make this Stunning Vegetable Carpaccio for your Thanksgiving Table
Head to your local fall market for seasonal favorites like crunchy apples and sweet beets. Use a mandoline to thinly slice these veggies and arrange on a plate. Top with an easy vinaigrette for a beautiful side for your Thanksgiving meal. Vinaigrette Ingredients: • ½...
What to cook with… Celeriac?
If you are anything like me, your winter storage vegetable selection is dwindling down and you are wondering what to do with all that celeriac. Celeriac may be unusual looking and a pain to peel, but it is delicious to eat, and versatile for cooking. This weekend I...
Simple Vegetable Soup
I first encountered this soup in Ireland, where the recipe varies from home to home based upon their likes and what they may have on hand. Though wonderful as written, don’t be afraid to substitute or add. Roasted root vegetables, squash, sweet potatoes,...