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1 bunch leeks, green stems and roots cut off and discarded
1 tablespoon finely chopped smoked bacon
for the salsa verde:
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1 medium sweet onion, coarsely chopped
4 garlic cloves
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 cups coarse cracker crumbs
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1½ cups yellow cornmeal
1 tablespoon baking ...
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