• Cut off the root end and the dark green top. Dark green = tough and chewy! Save it to make some homemade stock.
• Slice your leek in half lengthwise.
• Fan open your leek and rinse all the dirt out between the layers. Pat dry.

Cut Leeks Into Small Pieces (Half-Moons)

• Follow the steps above. Then place leek back on your cutting board and slice them down the middle again, lengthwise (if the leek is relatively thick).
• The rest is easy! Cut your leek into thin half-moons!

Cut Leeks Into Long Ribbons

• Follow the steps above. Then place your leek back on the cutting board. Starting from one side of the leek, run your knife down the leek lengthwise in one long motion to create skinny long strips.