Leek recipes

We love the way the oniony flavour of leeks mellows into silky sweetness as they cook, low and slow with butter. Try these leek recipes including creamy leek gratin, leek and blue cheese baked risotto or leek and chorizo puff pastry tart.

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Creamy baked leeks

Leek recipes

Creamy baked leeks

In this cosy side dish recipe, leeks are cooked slowly in cream and cheese until soft and golden. A delicious accompaniment to any roast.

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Chicken thighs with curried leeks and lentils

Quick midweek meals

Chicken thighs with curried leeks and lentils

This comforting bowl of creamy curried lentils, soft sweet leeks and juicy chicken thighs is just what you need on a cold day.

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Vichyssoise

Leek recipes

Vichyssoise

A simple leek and potato soup is whizzed up until it’s super-smooth, then chilled to give it a creamy, luscious texture that’s perfect for summer.

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Leek, mushroom and mature cheddar gnocchi

30-minute meal recipes

Leek, mushroom and mature cheddar gnocchi

This easy leek gnocchi with mushrooms, roasted walnuts and a seriously cheesy cream sauce is comfort food in a bowl.

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Leek and watercress risotto

Risotto recipes

Leek and watercress risotto

Leek risotto is kept fresh, light and peppery thanks to a simple watercress puree stirred through right before serving.

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Mozzarella, plum and burnt leek salad

September seasonal recipes

Mozzarella, plum and burnt leek salad

A colourful mozzarella salad perfect for welcoming autumn. The combo of creamy cheese, smoky leeks, watercress and plums is a crowdpleaser.

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Leek risotto with kale pesto and crispy prosciutto

Leek recipes

Leek risotto with kale pesto and crispy prosciutto

Elevate homemade leek risotto into a restaurant-worthy dish with kale pesto and crispy prosciutto. This comforting dinner recipe serves 6.

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Garlicky greens with harissa yogurt

Kale recipes

Garlicky greens with harissa yogurt

Serve these garlicky greens as a vegetarian main, with your favourite bread for mopping up the harissa yogurt, or simply as a stunning side dish. 

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Leek, lemon, thyme, pancetta and ricotta tart

Savoury tarts

Leek, lemon, thyme, pancetta and ricotta tart

A savoury pastry tart which packs a punch, with the addition of lemon cutting through the richness, accentuating and complementing the flavour and texture.

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Leek cappuccino soup

Vegetarian soup recipes

Leek cappuccino soup

Give Tristan Welch's leek soup a go for a warming winter soup packed with seasonal veg. It would make a delicious starter for a vegetarian dinner party.

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Leek, smoked cheddar and mustard rarebits

Snacks and nibbles

Leek, smoked cheddar and mustard rarebits

The rarebits to end all rarebits; this leek, smoked cheddar and mustard rarebit recipe with salty crumbled chestnuts is a revamped version of a classic. 

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Leek and bacon flamiche

Savoury tarts

Leek and bacon flamiche

Inspired by a traditional northern French dish, this leek and bacon flamiche recipe makes a winning, easy-to-throw-together meal.

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Cheesy baked leeks with ham

Leek recipes

Cheesy baked leeks with ham

Our super-easy leek bake, made with ham and a good grating of cheese, makes a wonderful main meal served with crusty bread.

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Potato, leek and stilton pithivier

Puff pastry recipes

Potato, leek and stilton pithivier

Debbie Major puts a twist on a traditional sweet pithivier with this savoury cheese version. It's filled with potatoes, stilton, leeks and mustard.

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Herb-crusted cauliflower and leek ‘cheese’

Vegan dinner recipes

Herb-crusted cauliflower and leek ‘cheese’

Gaz Oakley vegan cauliflower cheese recipe uses coconut milk, miso and nutritional yeast to ensure for a creamy texture and 'cheesy' flavour. 

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Tortino di porri e riso (leek and rice bake)

Vegetarian bake recipes

Tortino di porri e riso (leek and rice bake)

Anna De Conte demonstrates the simplicity and deliciousness of vegetarian cooking with this recipe for her leek and rice bake.

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