Leeks

Benefits of Leeks:

Leeks are part of the onion family. You always need to clean them well as they grow in mounds of soil.  If you enjoy a milder flavor of onion, leeks are the winner!!  Leeks are rich in antioxidants and Vitamin K.

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Leek & Asparagus Tart

Serves 6 | Preheat oven: 400 degrees

Ingredients

• 1 bunch asparagus - trimmed and cleaned 

• 1 tablespoon butter

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 3 leeks, cleaned and sliced - (not the stem)

• 1/4 cup Greek plain yogurt or Ricotta cheese

• 1/2 cup Gruyère cheese grated

• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

• Salt & Pepper to season 

• Puffed pastry thawed

• Olive oil to drizzle

Instructions: Filling

1. In a large sauté pan, add butter, oil

2. Sauté leeks until soft, 3 - 5 minutes

3. Turn heat off and let cool

4. Once cooled, add Parmesan, yogurt, or ricotta and mix

5. With a spatula, evenly smooth onto the puffed pastry shell, leaving a 1” border

6. Line asparagus on top

7. Add salt and pepper

8. Sprinkle Gruyère cheese over asparagus and pastry border

9. Drizzle with olive oil

10. Bake for 20 - 30 minutes or until edges are browned

11. Let sit 15 minutes before serving

12. Serve with a fresh salad and enjoy!