creamy potato leek soup
Prep time: 20 mins
Cook time: 35 mins
Total time: 55 mins
Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound (500g) leeks, trimmed and chopped*
  • 1 pound (500g) potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 3 tablespoons chopped chives
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium high heat.
  2. Sauté the leeks for 7 to 10 minutes until they soften.
  3. Add the potatoes and cover with the vegetable broth. Bring to boil, covered, then let simmer for 25 minutes.
  4. Purée the soup with a handheld mixer until creamy. Add the chives and season to taste with salt and pepper.
Notes
HOW TO PREPARE LEEKS: It is important to properly clean your leeks prior to cooking. Cut off the outer dark leaves and trim the ends. Slice the leeks in half and let them soak in cold water in a bowl for 15 minutes until all the dirt falls to the bottom. Pat the leeks dry with paper towel and slice into rounds.
Recipe by Savormania at http://www.savormania.com/creamy-potato-leek-soup/