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Potato Leek Foundation

A nice and warm blended soup made with potatoes and sweet leeks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs Yukon gold potatoes cubed
  • 3 large leeks white parts sliced
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 5 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp white pepper

Method
 

  1. Melt the butter and cook the sliced leeks until soft, about 8 minutes.
  2. Add the potatoes and broth, then bring to a boil.
  3. Simmer for 20 minutes until the potatoes are very tender.
  4. Blend until smooth.
  5. Stir in the cream, salt, and white pepper, then warm through before serving.

Notes

Rinse the sliced leeks well to wash out any hidden grit.