CARROT TOP SOUP

1 bunch (6 small to medium) carrots,the green tops, and roots2 Tbs. butter3 Tbs. white rice2 large leeks (or green onions), white parts only2 thyme or lemon thyme sprigs2 Tbs. chopped dill, parsley, celery leaves or lovagesea salt and freshly … Continue reading

CARROT TOP SOUP

1 bunch (6 small to medium) carrots,the green tops, and roots2 Tbs. butter3 Tbs. white rice2 large leeks (or green onions), white parts only2 thyme or lemon thyme sprigs2 Tbs. chopped dill, parsley, celery leaves or lovagesea salt and freshly … Continue reading

LEEK SALAD

Juice of 1 lemon3 Tbs. extra virgin olive oilsalt and pepper to taste3 leeks, white and light green parts only, sliced thinly crosswise2 ripe tomatoes or cherry tomatoes1 cucumber1/2 c. chopped parsley or cilantro for garnish Whisk together lemon and … Continue reading

GREEK-STYLE PASTA WITH LEEKS

12 ounces uncooked spinach pasta, any shape6 cloves garlic, minced2 large leeks, cleaned, trimmed, & thinly sliced2 tsp. fennel seed or chopped fennel1 Tbs. olive oil1 can (28 oz.) crushed tomatoes or fresh tomatoes1/2 c. Kalamata olives, chopped1 tsp. dried … Continue reading