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	Leek (vegetable) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Leek cultivars can be subdivided in several ways, but the chiefest is "summer leeks", intended for harvest in the season when planted, and overwintering leeks, meant to be harvested in the spring of the year following planting.
		Leeks were prized by the Ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans, who distributed the vegetable across Europe.
		The leek is one of the national emblems of Wales, whose citizens wear it on St.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Leek_(vegetable) (437 words)

	leek pie recipe \| vegetable recipes
		Leeks should be thoroughly washed to remove grit and sand which accumulates under the outer layers of the leaves.
		If desired, split the leek in half lengthwise to aid in the removal of grit.
		In a frying pan, heat the oil over a medium burner and saute the leeks in it for 5-6 minutes or until they are slightly tender.
	www.thatsmyhome.com /farmers/leekpie.htm (273 words)

	Leek, Commercial Vegetable Production Guides, North Willamette Research and Extension Center (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Leek plants are sometimes planted into 3 to 4 inches deep holes made by a dibble or dibble board.
		Leeks should be cooled promptly after harvest to near 32 F by hydrocooling, crushed ice, or vacuum cooling; and they should be kept at that temperature with high relative humidity throughout storage.
		Leeks are commonly trimmed to 12-inch length, bunched in 3`s depending on diameter, and often placed in polyethylene film bags.
	oregonstate.edu /Dept/NWREC/leek.html (1181 words)

	Leek (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		A. The leek is a member of the onion family, but is milder than either onions or garlic.
		A. Leeks may be grown from seeds or transplants much the same as onions.
		Nutrition Information - Leeks are low in sodium and calories; 3-1/2 ounces contain 61 calories, 20 percent of the RDA for iron and 20 percent of the RDA for vitamin C. Preparation - Leeks should be thoroughly washed to remove grit and sand which accumulates under the outer layers of the leaves.
	aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu /plantanswers/vegetables/leek.html (527 words)

	The Worldwide Gourmet presents all about leek
		Eaten by the ancient Egyptians, the leek was also the favourite vegetable of the Roman Emperor Nero who used it to clear his throat.
		Clean the leeks; remove the tough green leaves; split them crosswise down half their length and wash under cold running water, since there is often soil trapped between the leaves.
		Use leeks in tarts by mixing leeks sweated in butter, fresh white cheese or goat cheese and eggs.
	www.theworldwidegourmet.com /vegetables/leek/leek.htm (459 words)

	Picture Leek,Plants,Leek Tree Pictures,Catalog,Trees Encyclopedia (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Date : 2/16/2006 Time : 5:19:51 AM The vegetable leek, Allium ampeloprasum, family Amaryllidaceae, Porrum group, is a mild-flavored relative of the ONION.
		The culture of leek is similar to that for onion.
		Leek seeds are sown directly in the soil, or seedlings may be transplanted.
	www.4to40.com /4to40.com_non_ssl/earth/geography/htm/plantsindex.asp?counter=211 (110 words)

	The Noble Leek: A Vegetable for All Seasons (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Leeks are very tolerant of frost and thus thrive in the colder parts of the country as well as in more temperate climes.
		but leeks are edible at every stage of their development, so do go ahead and pull a few whenever you have a yen for them.
		Next, slice 6 leeks into inch-long sections, and add them to the stock with 2 teaspoons of sea salt or kelp powder, 1/2 teaspoon of fl pepper, 1/2 cup of raw brown rice, 10 prunes (pitted), and 10 dried apricot halves.
	www.motherearthnews.com /menarch/archive/issues/079/079-152-01.htm (1344 words)

	Your Produce Man - Produce News
		The French have long described leeks as "the asparagus of the poor," and it is fitting that one of her proudest chefs Louis Diat would create an internationally famous leek soup based on the "poor people" soup of his predecessor Parmentier.
		LEEKS (Tuesday, March 23): While the white ends of scallions may be bulbous, those of leeks should be relatively straight and not exceed 1 1/2" in diameter--larger leeks are often tough and woody.
		Leeks supply good amounts of B group vitamins, especially Biotin – weight control and metabolism of fats and vitamin B6 – the vitality vitamin, Regular use of raw Leek and the occasional cooked Leek dish are valuable as a mild cleanser and for stimulating the pancreas and digestive juices.
	www.yourproduceman.com /news_mar_22_2004.html (2957 words)

	How to grow your Leek Vegetable.
		You can sow early under glass and have leeks ready for harvesting in the autumn, but it is really during the winter and early spring that they are most welcome.
		Although the leek vegetable is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, they grow best on a moist, light soil that has been heavily manured from a previous crop.
		Choosing the site for sowing leeks may be influenced by the fact that they are generally left in the ground to be dug as required during the winter months, and can remain in the ground for a year or more.
	www.gardenaction.co.uk /fruit_veg_diary/leeks_1.asp (420 words)

	Recipe-Apple and Leek in Pumpkin Rings
		It is a favourite autumn vegetable in northern European cuisines such as France or Germany.
		Cut the leek into fine rings, using a little of the tender green (discard the tougher part of the green).
		Mound the apple and leek into the middle of the pumpkin rings and garnish with a little green such as chives or mint.
	www.epicureantable.com /recipes/A/appleleek.htm (338 words)

	[No title] (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Mince the white portion of the leeks and green onions and saute in some butter (1 tablespoon will probably do the job) at medium heat until they are tender.
		Besides leeks and : potatoes, the one I had in Juneau was creamy with chopped green onions : and bacon.
		My sister is not a big onion fan, and was skeptical of the soup while it was cooking, as it produces a nice big leek aroma (similar to onion), but she thought it was great when it finally came time to eat it.
	www.bigspud.com /pleek.txt (1852 words)

	The World's Healthiest Foods: Feeling Great
		Although leeks are available throughout the year they are in season from the fall through the early part of spring when they are at their best.
		Leeks were prized by the ancient Greeks and Romans and were especially revered for their beneficial effect upon the throat.
		Leeks may be frozen after being blanched for two to three minutes, although they will lose some of their desirable taste and texture qualities.
	www.whfoods.com /genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=26 (1248 words)

	Recipe - Versatile Leek and Cheese Quiche
		Or an elegant, delicious leek and salmon (or tuna) quiche, a robust leek and ham or crumbled bacon, or mixed vegetable quiche...all are easy with this basic recipe.
		Variations: Salmon and Leek - poach 1 or two salmon filets in a little water to which juice of half a lemon is added and 1 bay leaf for 5 minutes or so.
		Vegetable - spinach, crisp browned onion rings, leftover vegetables, mixed vegetables cooked al dente all work well with this.
	www.epicureantable.com /recipes/Q/quicheleek1.htm (529 words)

	RecipeSource: Creamy Leek Soup
		Melt half the butter in a large saucepan, add the leeks and onion and cook gently for 5 minutes until tender.
		Add vegetable stock and seasoning, bring to the boil, cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
		Mix the sauce with the leek mixture and then puree in a blender or food processor until smooth.
	www.recipesource.com /soups/soups/15/rec1583.html (171 words)

	Picture Acacia,Plants,Acacia Tree Pictures,Catalog,Trees Encyclopedia (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		World climatic zones that have a long, dry winter and a short, wet summer often support a shrubby vegetation known as thorn scrub and savanna.
		The trees are characterized by their umbrella shape, with basal branching of the stems; the foliage forms a flattened or curved crown.
		Cutch, a brown or olive vegetable dye, is derived from a stem exudate of acacia.
	4to40.com /4to40.com_non_ssl/earth/geography/htm/plantsindex.asp?... (326 words)

	Somethin's Cooking ~ Creamy Vegetable Soup
		This is what you do: Glaze all but a few spoonfulls of the leek with a bit of flour in the oil for about 5 to 10 minutes.
		Put the leek in the blender, or put it through a passe vite.
		For all other vegetable creams you start out with glazing an onion with 4/5 of your chosen vegetable.
	home.wanadoo.nl /bmbaert/kook/soup/cream.html (412 words)

	LEEK AND LENTIL SOUP (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		In a large saucepan sauté the onion, celery, carrot and leek until soft.
		Add the tomato paste, lentils, vegetable stock, cloves, bay leaf, and soy sauce.
		Lower heat and simmer, partially covered about 20 minutes, until the lentils are tender.
	www.geocities.com /Heartland/Hills/6810/leek.html (61 words)

	veganfood - Vegan Recipes - Soup - Vegetable - Potato Leek Soup
		Clean the leeks and slice one of them roughly, the other finely.
		Saute the potatoes and the roughly cut leek, with salt and pepper.
		Sprinkle with the finely sliced leek and serve...
	www.vegan-food.net /index.cgi?752 (80 words)

	Leek -- Britannica Student Encyclopedia
		The leek is widely used in European soups and stews, especially as a complement to potatoes, and it is cooked whole as a vegetable.
		The large majority of vegetables are planted by seeding in the fields, but occasionally they are germinated in a nursery or greenhouse and transplanted as seedlings to the field.
		The spherical bulb of the onion was regarded by the ancient Egyptians as a symbol of the universe.
	www.britannica.com /ebi/article-9311537?tocId=9311537 (535 words)

	Recipe(tried): Vegetable Soup (no meat), Spinach Soup, Carrot Soup, Leek and Potato Soup, Cauliflower and Broccoli ...
		Recipe(tried): Vegetable Soup (no meat), Spinach Soup, Carrot Soup, Leek and Potato Soup, Cauliflower and Broccoli Soup, Mexican Bean Soup with Lime Butter
		Heat the oil and fry all the vegetables for 10 mins.
		Melt the butter and fry the vegetables for 5 mins.
	www.recipelink.com /gm/0/59805 (571 words)

	leek vegetables at Business.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Today, leeks are an important vegetable in many northern European cuisines...
		This is one vegetable that benefits from cooking as under-cooked and raw leeks
		A field of leek vegetables grown at Brow Farm for the wholesale...
	www.business.com /popular/leek_vegetables (241 words)

	Pumpkin, Sweet Potato, Leek and Coconut Milk Soup - All Recipes - Soup
		Add the onion and leek, and cook for a few minutes, until soft.
		Stir in the pumpkin, sweet potato, and vegetable broth.
		Stir in the coconut milk, season with salt and pepper, and serve.
	soup.allrecipes.com /az/73180.asp?rss=3 (169 words)

	Vegetable Seeds : Celery, Leek and Fennel Seed
		Between them all you should - with a bit of luck - have leeks for almost half the year.
		This traditional leek from the west of France grows quickly.
		Our new addition this year, this is another winter leek, but this time with normal green leaves, and famous for its long white shanks.
	www.vidaverde.co.uk /stemcrops.html (706 words)

	GourmetSleuth - Carrot Leek Soup
		With the metal blade in place, add the carrots, potatoes and leek to the beaker.
		In large saucepan, combine chopped, vegetables with chicken stock and simmer for 30 minutes.
		Reinsert metal blade and puree vegetable mixture in 2 batches.
	www.gourmetsleuth.com /recipe_carrotleeksoup.htm (238 words)

	iChef.com Free Recipes - Vegetable Recipes: Leek Potato Soup
		Inspect the leeks and remove any parts of the plants that are withered or discolored.
		A ratio of one bunch of leeks to one pound of potatoes is OK. But more leeks doesn't spoil it either.
		Blend the sauted vegetables in the food processor and add to the beaten potatoes.
	www.ichef.com /ichef-recipes/Vegetables/34489.html (570 words)

	Leek - TheBestLinks.com - Netherlands, Staffordshire, Leek (vegetable), Disambig, ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
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	www.thebestlinks.com /Leek.html (115 words)

	basic vegetable stock
		I find it's a good use of old veg and packets of herbs that are going limp in the bottom of the fridge but are not yet rotten enough to throw away.
		I generally line a colander with a square of muslin, then once all the vegetable chunks are cool, gather up the muslin and give it a good squeeze.
		This releases lots more tasty juice, as well as packing the vegetables into a relatively dry, fibrous lump that is easier to dump in the bin than a pan full of soggy vegetables.
	www.jill.net /recipes/recipes/vegetable_stock.html (471 words)

	Allium (leek, onion, shallot, garlic genus) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		The swollen, overlapping leaf bases of the Leak are eaten cooked as a vegetable.
		Domesticated as a vegetable that is eaten raw or cooked.
		Garlic is grown as a vegetable and is also used for medicinal purposes because of its natural antibacterial and antifungal properties.
	www.museums.org.za /bio/plants/alliaceae/allium.htm (199 words)

	Leek Soup vegetable vegetarian (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Stir in the remaining vegetables and cook them for a couple of minutes.
		Add the stock, bay leaf, parsley and rosemary to the pan and increase the heat to high.
		and gradually stir it in to the saucepan with the vegetables.
	www.foodiesite.com /recipes/2001-02/leeksoup.jsp (240 words)

	Become.com - Shop results for leek
		Leek Risotto Mix by Lapiana is an exceptional risotto with creamy texture and bursting with vegetable flavor.
		The Kershaw Leek Knife is a handy and user-friendly tool for both left and right handed folks.
		The combination of straight- and serrated-blade styling gives the Leek a high degree of versatility for such a compact knife.
	www.become.com /shop?q=leek (162 words)

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