30 Easy Ways To Cook Leeks

To switch up your classic mince shepherd’s pie, why not make it with salmon and leeks instead? The result is just as melt-in-your-mouth as the traditional mince pie. Prepare the filling with leeks, onions and bits of salmon and then cover the whole thing with mash and some cheese. Bake it all in the oven and voilà!

It’s impossible not to mention a good old leek pie! Thinly slice 2 leeks and sauté them in a little olive oil. Then add 200ml of cream and three eggs. Place the mixture in a pastry dish, whack it in the oven for 30 minutes and there you have it!

To add a twist to your traditional Quiche Lorraine, why not add a few sliced leeks to the mixture (and just as much cheese). Delish!

A smooth risotto would be perfect with some added leeks. Add some shrimp to the pot as well for an amazing combination of flavours!

Give your cooking a bit of an Asian touch with this rice noodle and shrimp dish!

A comforting pasta dish with cream, shrimp and leek. For even more indulgence, why not add some parmesan as well!

To make a change from your classic pies, why not make a leek pie with some nice puff pastry on top? Guaranteed to be delicious!

For a vegetarian dish, try this shepherd’s pie but with leek and potatoes instead of meat. And of course, with plenty of cheese sprinkled on top!

This easy recipe can be prepared in advance and is perfect for a light dinner. First, steam the leeks and then add a warm, tasty vinaigrette and leave everything to cool before serving!

This pasta dish can be made very quickly which makes it very practical if you don’t have a lot of time on your hands! Cook some sliced mushrooms and leeks in a hot pan, add a little cream and parmesan and voilà!

Why not try leeks in your lasagne? Swap out the Bolognese sauce for a leek filling that you can add spinach to for a vegetarian version, or even some salmon! Beautiful!

A simple, yet delicious way to cook leeks.

To change up this classic, why not try it with some leeks that have been wrapped in a slice of ham? Add some béchamel sauce and cook in the oven until golden brown.

This stew is ideal if you have any leftover leeks. You could even add other vegetables to the mix such as carrots!

Perfect for a picnic or as a little snack, this leek and feta quiche is light and very easy to make. First, sauté 2 sliced, golden leeks and in a separate bowl, mix 3 eggs, 200ml of cream and 30g of flour. Then, add this mixture to the minced leeks and feta with some extra grated cheese and salt and pepper to taste. 30 minutes in the oven and voilà!

Leek soup is easy to make and can also be prepared in advance. Cook 2 sliced leeks with onions and a few potatoes for 30 minutes in vegetable stock and then use a hand mix to blend everything until it’s smooth!

Perfect as an afternoon snack, these little leek turnovers are very easy to make. Cut rounds of dough, place the leek filling in the middle with the cheese and seal by pressing the edges well to form a little pouch. Then, bake in the oven for 20 minutes.

For a picnic, snack or even to go alongside a salad, these small savoury leek muffins are very easy to make. You could even add salmon, bacon or tuna for a more carnivorous version!

A very easy starter, these small, flaky leek squares are very light and can be made in just a few minutes.

To add a bit of crispiness to your classic bacon pasta dish, make this gratin with a beautiful golden crust that will melt in your mouth. 20 minutes in the oven and voilà!

We can’t forget to mention a nice leek hotpot! Nothing could be simpler. Slice 1 onion and 1 leek, sauté for 25 minutes in a pan with a little oil and there you have it! To add a bit more flavour, why not add a bit of cream?

Brie, camembert, reblochon or maroilles, leeks go perfectly with lots of cheeses and make a lovely, savoury tart.

Simmered and grilled, salmon and leeks just go so well together! Cook everything together in a big casserole dish for a more old-fashioned kitchen treat!

For brunch or a light dinner, why not add leek to your coddled eggs? Prepare a leek filling and place a few spoonfuls in an oven-proof dish, add the whole egg and sprinkle with some cheese and fresh herbs. 10 minutes in the oven and there you have it!

This beautiful, flaky pie full of leeks, salmon and spinach is a tasty dish that would go great with a side of nice, crunchy salad.

Sweet potatoes and leeks, a surprising combination that you are sure to love.

We’re heading to India with this delicious leek curry that also includes potatoes, chickpeas and a whole lot of spices and coconut milk.

Add some meat to your delicious leek pie filling, cover it all with mash and bake in the oven for a delicious treat!

Are mushrooms in season? Then why not add them to this essential leek pie recipe!

A great way to get some more seafood into your diet. Mix together ideally fresh seafood, but frozen works too, potatoes, leeks, béchamel sauce and cheese!