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- Plastic Petition pushes for greater transparency in UK recycling system
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7 Ways with Leeks
Looking for ways to use up the last of your homegrown winter leeks? Trying to buy seasonal UK produce in the supermarkets? Whatever your reason for choosing these tasty veggies, we've got you covered with seven different ways of enjoying them!
1. SOUP
Enjoy a hearty bowl of warming veggie soup with this delicious recipe.
2. BREAD
Just look at this mouth-watering beauty! Meltingly-soft leeks work fabulously with the gooey cheese in this picnic loaf. Tuck in today!
3. SALAD
Leeks aren't the first veggies you'd think of when it comes to salads. However, this quinoa recipe is packed with greenery that will make you think of this veg differently.
4. GRATIN
A true classic, this leek and Gruyere-style cheese gratin is a real show-stopper. The crunch of walnuts is a great addition, too!
5. PASTA
The richness of leeks works well in this macaroni recipe. The crunchy topping is perfect with the glossy, luxurious filling.
6. GRIBICHE
An ideal starter, this sumptuous leeks gribiche recipe will set you up for an entertaining evening with friends and family.
7. TART
The light, flaky pastry acts as an ideal base for the slow-cooked leeks in this surprisingly easy recipe.
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