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Pear, Leek, Potato and Basil Soup




Source of Recipe


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Recipe Introduction


serves 8. A good first course





List of Ingredients



• 4 pears, peeled, cored and cubed
  
• 2 lge potatoes, peeled and cubed
  
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, finely chopped
  
• 2 leeks, green parts removed, cleaned very well and sliced
  
• salt and pepper to taste
  
• 4 cups chicken stock (vegetarians use water with white wine or veg stock)
  






Instructions



1. Place pears, leeks, potatoes and basil in a large saucepan. Cover with stock and season well.
   
2. Bring to the boil and simmer 30 minutes. Allow to cool, then puree.
   
3. Push mixture through a sieve. Gently heat through and served top with a sprinkle of fresh basil.
   






Final Comments


-they suggested serving with some bacon chips in it (I disagree)
-for a creamier soup add 300ml milk before serving and heat through