Are leeks actually just giant green onions?

@Tom610 really?? Why?

@boklenholley7 when they are growing, they continue to mound dirt up as they grow taller . The dirt settles in between the leaves, and has to be washed out.

@Tom610 huh. Thanks for the info! I only recently started using them, so I didn't know.

@boklenholley7 Do you watch Food Network shows. Everytime one of the chefs use leeks, they explain how to prep them.

@Tom610 nope. I'm just really learning how to cook from my roommate, and he hadn't used leeks before either. Thank you, though!!

@boklenholley7 Best of luck with your future culinary endeavors.
If you are ever in need of quick information, I would suggest looking at YouTube videos. There are so many knowledgeable people there, and watching a few different videos will give you a perspective on different directions you can go with the same dish.