Cream of Potato and Leek Soup Recipe

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Cream of Leek and potato soup by Steven Dolby
submitted by StevesCooking at ifood.tv

Summary

Preparation Time15 MinCooking Time1 Hr 10 Min
Ready In1 Hr 25 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexAverageServings4
CuisineCourse
MethodDish
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Potatoes1 Pound, peeled
 Leeks1 Pound
 Heavy cream scant - 6 tbsp
 Unsalted butter2 Tablespoon
 Parsley1/4 Cup (16 tbs), finely chopped
 Salt1 To taste
 White peppercorns

Directions

GETTING READY
1 Cut the potatoes into small pieces.
2 Slice the leeks into thin rings, using both green and white parts but remove and discard the outer layer and the tougher, darker green leaves.

MAKING
3 In a large saucepan, put the vegetables with 6 1/4-6 1/2 cups water and 1 1/2tsp salt.
4 Bring slowly to a boil, and simmer, partially covered to allow the steam to escape, for 50 minutes.
5 Using a hand held electric beater, beat until smooth and creamy or put through a blender.
6 Return the soup to the pan and heat.
7 Remove from the heat and stir in the cream.
8 Stir in the butter, adding a small piece at a time, followed by the parsley.
9 Taste and correct the seasoning.

SERVING
10 Serve hot ladled into soup bowls.
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