How to Clean A Leek

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How to Clean A Leek

A leek has to be cleaned properly because the center is usually full of sand.

1. Trim the greener part of the leaves (keep for consommé or stock base)

2. Trim off the roots.

3. Remove the dried and yellowish skin- if any - around the white part of the leek.

4. Holding the leek- leafy side down- insert your knife through the white part approximately 2 inches down from the root, and cut through the entire length of the leek.

5. Repeat 2 or 3 times to split the leek open

6. Wash thoroughly under cold water.