Potato–Leek Soup

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Author: Bob and Robin Young

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Degree of Difficulty

Degree of Difficulty: Easy

Servings

Servings: 8

Ingredients

3

med

Leeks, cut into thin rounds

10

med

Red New Potatoes, cut into ½" cubes. Reserve 2 cut potatoes

3

c

Chicken Stock

2

T

Butter

Sea Salt and Fresh Ground Pepper to taste

1

Caramelize the leeks in the butter over med-low heat.

2

Add the potatoes except those that were held in reserve. Toss the potatoes in the butter and with the leeks. Cook for 3 minutes.

3

Add the chicken stock and simmer until the potatoes are tender. Add the salt and pepper to taste.

4

Blend until smooth in a Vitamix, Waring blender.

5

Return to the pot and add the reserved potatoes. Low simmer until the potatoes are soft. Taste for seasoning.

Cooking Times

Preparation Time: 30 minutes

Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour and 15 minutes