Each month we feature a recipe using local produce in season brought to you in collaboration with
The recipe of the month for March 2026 is
Leek ‘Canelloni’
Savoury beef and rice wrapped in a crispy leek wrap
Ingredients:
- 3 Large Leeks
- 500g Beef Mince
- 1 small Onion (finely diced)
- 1 Red Bell Pepper (finely diced)
- 2 Garlic Cloves (finely chopped)
- 1tsp Sweet Paprika Powder
- 1/2tsp Ground Cumin
- 1tsp Dry Basil
- 1tbsp Fresh Parsley (finely chopped)
- 250g Basmati Rice (rinsed)
- 1tbsp Olive Oil
- Juice of 1 Lime
- 300ml Beef Stock
- Salt & Pepper (to taste)
Method:
- Cut the leeks from the parts near the roots and where the green leaves start.
- Cut all the way to the centre to create rectangles.
- Wash them well to remove any soil, and boil the tough leaves to soften them up before using.
- Alternatively, place them in a container with hot water until they are softer.
- For the filling mix together the beef, onion, pepper, garlic, paprika, cumin, basil, parsley, olive oil, lime, tomato sauce and the raw rice. Season to taste.
- Pat the leeks dry, and place two tablespoons of the meat mixture on top.
- Roll them, tightly, then tuck the ends inwards.
- Place them in a baking dish, and fill it with the stock till about 3/4.
- Cover with baking paper, followed by foil.
- Place the dish onto a tray, cause water might bubble out.
- Bake at 180°c, for about 70 minutes, then uncover, and let the leeks brown lightly for another 10 – 15 minutes.
Recipe courtesy of https://cheat.mt
