How to Clean Leeks

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Cut off the portion of the leek with the roots.

   You will be cutting just above the base., You will be left with just the white and light green portions of the leek.,, Be careful to watch each layer and make sure that all dirt gets rinsed out., Press the leek halves between clean towels if the recipe calls for dry leeks.
   
   If it is less specific, then you do not need to do this. , The size of the bits of leek you need may vary depending on what recipe you are preparing.,
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   Step 2: Cut off the dark green

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   Step 3: stalky portion of the leek at the top.

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   Step 4: Slice the remaining portion of the leek in half lengthwise from the light green top down to the white base.

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   Step 5: Hold the 2 halves

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   Step 6: 1 at a time

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   Step 7: under running water separating each layer of leek from the others with your hands.

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   Step 8: Decide whether your recipe of the day calls for dry leeks or if it is less specific.

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   Step 9: Chop the 2 halves of the leek according to your recipe for the day.

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    Step 10: Finished.

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