If you plan on storing your leeks in the refrigerator, just
knock off the excess dirt place them in a storage bag and that’s it. They will
stay fresh for 2-3 weeks just like that. Prior to using your leeks, clean off
the dirt, then trim off the leaves and roots and use in your favorite recipes.
Blanching your leeks the best way to preserve them long
term. Blanching is the process of
preserving vegetables by boiling them quickly in water, without completely
cooking them through. Although this process does take away a little from their
freshness, it does lock in their color, texture, vitamins, but most important
of all, the flavor.
Put a large pot of water on the stove and bring to a rolling
boil. Remember a watched pot never boils, so cover it and use the time to
prepare your leeks.
Clean wash and trim your leeks.
After water is at a full boil, remove pot from heat and put
the leeks right into the water for no more than 2-3 minutes. Remove the leeks from the pot and put them
directly into an ice water bath to halt the cooking process. Leave them in
there for a good 5-10 minutes to ensure they are chilled.
Vacuum seal or use a freezer bag to store your leeks in the
freezer.
By freezing the leeks they can be stored for 2-3 months.
Since leek season is so short this is a great way to enjoy nature’s wonderful
flavor for month’s to come. Happy leeking!
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