8x18 Sprung A Leek

Summary: Alton contemplates the leek - a misunderstood member of the Allium family. Most folks know onion, garlic and even shallots. But fewer have heard of the leek. That's a shame because the light flavor of the leek is versatile and the leek itself is easy to work with. Alton intersperses recipes…
[show all]Alton contemplates the leek - a misunderstood member of the Allium family. Most folks know onion, garlic and even shallots. But fewer have heard of the leek. That's a shame because the light flavor of the leek is versatile and the leek itself is easy to work with. Alton intersperses recipes with leek history, tips on how to select the vegetable and how to clean it. First up is Grilled and Braised Leeks which take advantage of his gas grill. Then he explains why leeks are better for breaded rings than onions, and proves it with Leek Rings. Finally, he builds Potato Leek Soup (vichyssoise) and with the help of W, offers some tips on the selection of a stick blender.
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