Leeks are sold by each and weigh approximately 500-600grams
this sweet, mild-flavored member of the onion family looks like a big version of a spring onion. Leeks are less assertive than onions but have subtle hints of garlic and chives. You might be tempted to skip washing them, but don't, within their folds, leeks trap an impressive amount of grit.
five simple ways to cook leeks, braise trimmed, halved lengthwise leeks in butter, chicken broth, and thyme until tender and broth is reduced to glaze or simmer chopped leeks in soups or fry thinly sliced leeks for a crunchy garnish on soups and crostini or saute chopped leeks and layer into potato gratin or add to your favorite quiche or finally start with chopped leeks sweated in butter for risotto with asparagus
Product of New Zealand