Leek

Elegant and simple to prep ahead, this classic brunch dish gets its savory backbone from sautéed leeks.

This side dish is flavorful enough to also serve as a main course.

Got leftover ham? With a couple leeks and some stale bread, you can turn it into a rich, creamy casserole with cheddar and Parmesan.

Leeks slowly cooked down into a silky consistency become sweet and nuanced in these savory scones.

The sweetness of leeks and the savoriness of pork sausage make a wonderful combination in this pasta dish.

Store these creamy, perfectly seasoned make-ahead mashed potatoes overnight right in a buttered casserole dish, then just rewarm before serving.

Negima—chicken placed alternately on a skewer with green onion or scallion—is one of the most popular yakitori dishes.

This creamy leek soup from Gourmet is velvety but not at all heavy. Serve it with a dollop of whipped cream on top.

Braise smoked collard greens with onions, then toss them with a bright pepper vinegar for dish that's smoky, sweet, and savory.

Layers of creamy potato, three cheeses, and savory kale and leeks mean that this is one dish that's here for a good time, not a long time.

Based on a Middle Eastern mujaddara, a homey mix of spiced simmered lentils and rice, this easy, meatless dish is rich with allspice, cinnamon, and sweet browned leeks. The handful of baby spinach stirred in toward the end turns it into a one-pot meal, and adds a bit of welcome color, too. If you don’t have leeks, use an onion or two instead.

Everything in this dinner (including the eggs!) cooks together in one steamer insert.

Seasonal greens get even better when they’re decked out with cream, cheese, butter, and crispy torn bread.