Leeks (p.s. mayo is disgusting)

Below is a picture of a beautiful leek.  I purchased a bundle when I made Jamie Oliver's Simplest Chicken and Leek Stew last week, which was delicious and as simple as it claimed.  I pretty much followed the recipe, except I may have used only half a teaspoon of Dijon mustard instead of two full teaspoons.  There is something about Dijon mustard that is a little much for me and even when it is supposed to be subtle, I feel like it is a punch in the face.

I used to really hate all condiments except for ketchup, and it is still probably mostly true.  Mayonnaise makes me want to throw up all over place.  Why would egg yolks and oil be remotely intriguing to anyone who wanted to LIVE?  Sorry, folks.