"Shall I also cut leeks, Your Honour?"

Right now, Blackstone was cutting leeks and carrots into very thin slices.

Using a mandoline or very sharp knife, cut fennel and leeks into paper-thin slices.

If desired, cut leeks in half lengthwise, then halve again into quarters.

While potatoes cook, cut celery stalks, carrots and leeks into 3-inch lengths.

Ragout of Leeks And Fingerling Potatoes Total time: 30 minutes 1 1/2 pounds of fingerling potatoes, cut into slices 1/2-inch thick 4 medium leeks, white part only 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/4 cup heavy cream Coarse sea salt and freshly ground white pepper.