Potato–Leek Soup
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Source
Author: Bob and Robin Young
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Degree of Difficulty
Degree of Difficulty: Easy
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Servings
Servings: 8
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Ingredients
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3
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med
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Leeks, cut into thin rounds
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10
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med
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Red New Potatoes, cut into ½" cubes. Reserve 2 cut potatoes
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3
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c
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Chicken Stock
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2
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T
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Butter
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Sea Salt and Fresh Ground Pepper to taste
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1
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Caramelize the leeks in the butter over med-low heat.
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2
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Add the potatoes except those that were held in reserve. Toss the potatoes in the butter and with the leeks. Cook for 3 minutes.
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3
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Add the chicken stock and simmer until the potatoes are tender. Add the salt and pepper to taste.
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4
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Blend until smooth in a Vitamix, Waring blender.
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5
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Return to the pot and add the reserved potatoes. Low simmer until the potatoes are soft. Taste for seasoning.
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Cooking Times
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
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