Can you leave leeks in the ground too long? While many vegetables prefer to be harvested quickly, leeks (like onions and garlic bulbs) can afford to stay in the ground for longer. 'Depending on ...

Leeks are a cool-season crop from the Allium genus, alongside other vegetables like onions, shallots, garlic, and chives.

Melt the butter in a medium sized saucepan, add the leeks, potatoes and bay leaves. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper, cover. Turn the heat to low and let the vegetables sweat for 10 ...