This member of the cruciferous family is often unloved because of its bitterness and pasty consistency when overcooked. You just need to cook it well to preserve its green color and crunchy texture.
Rich in minerals, vitamins and fiber, and low in calories, leek is a close relative of onions and garlic. In this recipe leek is featured with speck, a type of bacon produced in South Tyrol, a German-speaking region in Northeast Italy.
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