Guest guest Posted May 30, 2003 Report Share Posted May 30, 2003 Wild Leeks (Ramp) One savory woodland crop many folks are eager to collect this time of year is the wild leek, or " ramp " , as it's sometimes called. This variety of onion grows in moist areas in the middle and eastern parts of Canada and the United States. Wild leeks have wide lance-shaped green leaves that grow about 1 foot high in spring and disappear by midsummer. Later, a leafless stem sprouts with several greenish-white flowers in a cluster at its tip. The white bulbs at the base of the plants are long and thin like green onions. Both the bulb and the leaves are edible. Wrapped tightly in a plastic bag, wild leeks will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to a week. It's not uncommon to see whole patches of wild leeks. In some areas, their appearance is celebrated as a sign that spring is right around the corner. Wild leeks have a strong garlicky-onion aroma and flavor. They're eaten fresh or cooked as a vegetable and also used as a seasoning. People who like the slightly milder garden leek are usually big fans of wild leeks. Source: " Taste of Home ~ April/May 1998 " " As the beloved God, under the shadow of His wings --- and as the apple of God's eye --- the seeds of great faith live within us. " http://www.Christian-Vegan-Cooking http://www. http://www.VintageVeganTea http://www.VeganMenus4HealthyLiving http://www.AllNaturalSweetenerRecipes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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