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    Leek and Potato Soup


    Source of Recipe


    Marla

    List of Ingredients




    Leek and Potato Soup


    3 medium-size waxy potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
    4 leeks, 3 pounds, tough greens removed, washed and finely sliced, 4 cups
    4 1/2 cups water, milk, or vegetable broth or chicken broth
    Salt
    1 1/4 cups heavy cream
    1 tablespoon finely chopped chives

    Recipe



    Combine the potatoes, leeks and water in a 4-quart pot. Bring to a simmer and cook gently until the potatoes are easy to crush against the side of the pot, about 20 minutes.

    Puree the soup in a blender or food processor and reheat, adding heavy cream, bringing it back to a simmer. Add salt to taste. Ladle into bowls and sprinkle the chopped chives on the soup.

    Makes 6 servings

 

 

 


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