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Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Leek and Potato Soup

This week and last there has been gorgeous leeks available.  Potatos are also coming in.

Our family has been enjoying chicken on the barbecue, and as per usual, I keep my crock pot on the counter (Except that I loaned it to Lee, for her party full of pulled pork - hmm need to get that back)   so last week I had to use stovetop and pot for the chicken bones to make stock...


3 Leeks cleaned and chopped
( I found that you have to pull the leek apart to find the bits of dirt still from the garden)
10 potatos chunked 
(this week we have fingerling potatoes - I would use my whole full share amount)
Fresh garlic
Olive Oil
Carrots, (Maybe 5 tiny ones)
6 cups of chicken stock
 
  • Place the leeks and garlic with olive oil over medium heat (Olive oil should never be cooked on high heat - as it destabilizes the properties) and saute gently until the leeks are soft.
  • Add Chicken Stock, chunked potatos and carrots.
  • Let simmer for about 30 minutes (Until potatos are soft)
  • Use a Hand blender to blend it in the pot to make a creamy soup.
  • Serve with a garnish of your favourite strong cheese  (Asiago, Parmesan, Old Chedder) and a dollop of plain yogurt (Truly tastes the same as sour cream - and MUCH better for you!)

My kids have asked me to make this one more often.  It is the perfect starter for their meal.

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