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 Other
names:
Wild
leek
Nutrition:
Leeks
are
a very good source of manganese and a good source
of vitamin C, iron, folate, and vitamin B6. They
also contain an impressive amount of polyphenols,
including the flavonoid kaempferol.
Taste:
With
a
more delicate and sweeter flavor than onions, leeks
add a subtle touch to recipes without overpowering the
other flavors that are present.
Uses:
Leaks
may
be sautéed or added to soups and stews. Finely chopped
they can be added to salads also.
Substitutions:
Spring
onions,
mild onion.
Storage:
Fresh
leeks
should be stored unwashed and untrimmed in the
refrigerator, where they will keep fresh for
between one and two weeks.
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