I adore leeks! They take so long to grow in the garden, but they are so worth it to me. Mine are getting to harvest size, and I planted them last July or August...whew! I have 74 that made it through the winter, so I will soon be eating alot of leeks.

I like them in omelettes (sautee first) and all sorts of soups. I will have to try them on pizza--that sounds divine!

Use the white parts and just a bit of the light green parts. Be sure to wash them very thoroughly because the fans hold dirt. If you soak them for an hour, that usually floats all the dirt up. Or you can split them and take the layers apart.

Toss the green parts in your compost--your garden will thank you for it.