Leeks can sometimes be hard to find, but never fear — replacing them in your favorite recipes couldn't be easier. Leeks can look a bit intimidating at first glance. Like shallots, onions, and ...

Leeks, while similar in concept to scallions, aren’t as well-suited to being eaten raw, thanks to their more fibrous texture. But they can work well as an onion substitute when cooked.

If you don’t have shallots, other members of the allium family can be good substitutes. These include garlic, onions, leeks, and chives. Shallots are a part of the allium family of plants, which ...

I've discovered that I really like leeks in a number of dishes. I was wondering if I can substitute green onions for leeks if the grocery store is out of leeks? -- Chad K., Wilmington, Illinois ...

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Leeks, chives, or yellow onions make good shallot substitutes in cooked dishes. Red onions or scallions are a suitable replacement for the vegetable in raw dishes.

I was wondering if I can substitute green onions for leeks if the grocery store is out of leeks? –Chad K., Wilmington, Illinois. Chad, well, yes, you can. But there will be a slight difference in the ...

Dear Heloise: I just graduated from college, and I'm in my first apartment. I am teaching myself how to cook and have bought a couple of cookbooks. I've discovered that ...

DEAR HELOISE: I just graduated from college, and I’m in my first apartment. I am teaching myself how to cook and have bought a couple of cookbooks. I’ve discovered that ...

I’ve discovered that I really like leeks in a number of dishes. I was wondering if I can substitute green onions for leeks if the grocery store is out of leeks? — Chad K., Wilmington, Ill.