While a hearty leek soup is one of our favourite winter warmers, this tasty veggie is so more versatile that that! Here, we’ve pulled together a selection of creative recipes that allow this onion-like plant to shine. We’ve used both regular and pencil leeks in our recipes, which include a tasty leek and pumpkin risotto and an easy leek quiche. Or, just let them stand on their own in a side dish, tossed through with romesco sauce.
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Butterflied roast chicken with leek
Butterflied roast chicken with leek
Butterfly your chicken so it cooks a little quicker and serve with roasted potato and lovely leek for a tasty and fragrant midweek meal idea.
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Braised leek and witlof salad with poached eggs and roasted kipflers
Braised leek and witlof salad with poached eggs and roasted kipflers
Drizzled with a creamy chervil dressing, this easy dish makes an excellent brunch or lunch.
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Caramelised leek and brie tartlets
Caramelised leek and brie tartlets
Simple and satisfying bite-sized tarts featuring creamy brie and the sweetness of caramelised leek.
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Easy cheesy leek quiche
Easy by name, easy by method. Turn this classic quiche into a meal and serve it with bitter salad leaves tossed with sunflower seeds, pepitas, lemon juice and olive oil.
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Chicken, mushroom and leek fricassee
Feed the family with this tender mouthwatering chicken, mushroom and leek fricassee! Simple, flavoursome and so delicious – this will no doubt become a household favourite!
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Mushroom, leek and potato pithiviers
Mushroom, leek and potato pithiviers
These creamy vegetarian delights bring a gourmet twist to the traditional Aussie pie. Leek, potatoes and mushroom ooze from these pithiviers while puffed pastry melts in your mouth.
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Mushroom and leek soup
This classic winter soup is beautiful served hot off the stove-top with a generous drizzle of pure cream and some crunchy char-grilled baguettes. Comfort food has never been so quick, easy and surprisingly healthy.
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Chicken with leeks and artichokes
Chicken with leeks and artichokes
This slow-cooker chicken with leeks and artichokes is succulent and gorgeous served on a bed of mashed potatoes and drizzled with the cooking juices.
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Chicken and leek parcels
These tasty chicken and leek parcels are easy-to-make and perfect for a yummy dinner idea any night of the week.
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Leek and broccoli tuna pasta bake
Leek and broccoli tuna pasta bake
Hearty, comforting and utterly delicious, a pasta bake goes a long way in satisfying those hunger pangs and this quick recipe sneaks in a few healthy veggies to help hit your five-a-day with ease – yum!
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Leek and pumpkin risotto
This light, vegetarian risotto is packed with pumpkin, leek and fragrant rosemary, making a flavour-packed and easy family dinner idea when you want to skip the steak.
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Pork fillet with caramelised apples and leek
Pork fillet with caramelised apples and leek
The classic pairing of pork and apple is given a contemporary spin with this simple midweek dinner recipe that feels like a hearty weekend feast.
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Braised baby leeks
Baby leeks are sweeter and less stringy than the grown-up version. Braising them in this way gives them a beautifully soft texture. Serve alongside your next roast dinner with all the trimmings.
