First up is Rick Stein’s stunning tart, with chopped leeks sandwiched between crisp pastry and a baked egg and fish topping. Tamasin Day-Lewis’ veggie dishes never fail to please – this example shows off a pretty row of leeks slathered in a delicious mustard dressing. Good Food Magazine comes up trumps with a wholesome chicken and leek pie – perfect for those bitter winter evenings. Plus, we’re spoiling you with soups, salad and suet pudding.
Chockfull of fish and teeming with flavour, this tempting tart from Rick Stein makes a great main course at any time
A rib-sticking savoury pudding from Terry Layburn. Deeply satisfying and perfect for a winter weekend lunch
This recipe from James Martin combines leek, black pudding and smoked haddock to make a hearty. flavourful version of a classic Italian rice dish
Sweet potatoes add a delicious mellow flavour to Janet Brinkworth's simple, contemporary version of a traditional leek soup
Tamasin Day Lewis's steamed leeks in a robust mustardy dressing make a simple but delicious starter or light meal
For a rich and flavourful starter or lunch dish try Ross Budern's luxurious savoury tart
Try Michael Allemeier's creamy leek and coriander sauce with roast lamb - an unbeatable combination
Leek, onion and feta cheese combine with couscous to make great grains in this deliciously easy recipe from Janet Brinkworth
For a warming winter soup try Fiona Wright's easy version of a much-loved classic, served with crusty bread
For a great warming dish try Merrilees Parker's simple and tasty leek and ham bake with a mustard-flavoured topping
