The leek is a vegetable that belongs, along with onion and garlic, to the genus Allium. Steam (up to 8 minutes for sliced; up to 16 minutes for whole). Pan fry (up to 8 minutes, sliced). Also good as an ingredient in casseroles, tarts, pies and soups. Organic, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Low Sugar, Vegan, Low Salt, Yeast Free, Low Fat