Tag Archive for: leeks

Leek, Mushroom and Asparagus Frittata

Leek, Mushroom and Asparagus Frittata Trim 1 bunch of asparagus and cut into 1-2 inch pieces.  Toss with 1 T. olive and salt, and then pre-cook for 10 minutes in the oven on a baking sheet. Whisk 6 eggs in a bowl with 1 C. grated parmesan…

Marinated Leeks with Herbs

Marinated Leeks with Herbs 8 medium leeks, trimmed of tough green parts Kosher salt, to taste 5 tbsp. red wine vinegar 2 tsp. Dijon mustard Freshly ground white pepper, to taste 7 tbsp. peanut oil 8 sprigs parsley 1…

Chicken Breasts with Creamy Leeks and Mushrooms

Chicken Breast with Creamy Leeks and Mushrooms 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1-tablespoon olive oil 3 tablespoons butter ½ pound brown mushrooms (about 16-18 mushrooms), gently…

Lentil Soup with Parsley Root and Carrots

Lentil Soup with Parsley Root and Carrots 1 lb Dried lentils, -washed and drained 1/4   c Lard, bacon drippings, -or oil 2 md Onions or leeks, chopped 1 parsley root or parnsip, chopped 2 md Carrots, sliced 1 c Sliced fennel…

Asian Pear Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Asian Pear Grilled Cheese Sandwich 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons unsalted butter at room temperature, divided 1/2 cup chopped (1/2-in. dice) yellow onion 1/2 cup chopped (1/2-in. dice) Asian pear or firm Bosc…

Potato Leek Soup

  Potato Leek Soup 3 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil 2 large leeks, roughly chopped (make sure you rinse them well to remove any grit!) 4 medium-sized yukon gold potatoes, roughly chopped salt and pepper to taste 2 cloves…

Italian Sweet and Savory Squash Bowls

Italian Sweet and Savory Squash Bowls 2 small to medium acorn squash (the halves should be the size of a small bowl)   Filling: 16 ounces Italian turkey sausage (or any Italian sausage meat or meat substitute) 1-2 tablespoons…

Spicy Stir-Fried Beef with Leeks and Onions

Spicy Stir-Fried Beef with Leeks and Onions 1/2 pound flank steak, sliced into 1/8th inch slices across the grain 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 3/4 teaspoon sugar, divided 2 teaspoons soy sauce, divided …

Roast Chicken Breasts with Tomato, Corn, Arugula, Scallions and Avocado

Roast Chicken Breasts with Tomato, Corn, Arugula, Scallions and Avocado whole bone-in skin-on chicken breasts or 6 half breasts tablespoon olive oil Salt and black pepper Set the oven at 400 degrees. Generously sprinkle chicken…

Potato, Leek and Bacon Pizza

Potato, Leek and Bacon Pizza 1 (1 pound) frozen pizza dough ball, thawed and cut in half and rolled out to your desired thickness 2 leeks, rinsed thoroughly and thinly slice 4 small red potatoes, thinly sliced 5 slices thick-cut…

Apple, Leek and Butternut Squash Gratin

Apple, Leek and Butternut Squash Gratin 1-1/2 cups coarse fresh breadcrumbs (from an airy, crusty loaf like ciabatta) 2 Tbs. unsalted butter, melted Kosher salt 3 oz. (3/4 cup) grated sharp Cheddar 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves 1/4…

Grilled Pizza with Pear, Prosciutto, Cheese and Caramelized Leeks and Onions

Grilled Pizza with Pear, Prosciutto, Cheese and Caramelized Leeks and Onions 1 Ready-made pizza crust/dough 2 tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil 2 Large onions, Leeks (white parts), Or any combination of the two, peeled and thinly sliced ½…