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

ASPARAGUS-LEEK RISOTTO

¾ lb. asparagus spears, trimmed2 Tbsp. olive oil1 ½ c. sliced leeks1 cup Arborio rice3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese2 Tbsp. snipped fresh parsley½ tsp. finely shredded lemon peel1 Tbsp. lemon juice½ tsp. freshly ground coarse … Continue reading