Leek and potato soup
One can use both the white and green parts of the leek in this recipe. The classic winter soup loved by all age groups.
SERVES
8
PEOPLE
PREP TIME
10
MINUTES
COOKING TIME
20
MINUTES
Ingredients
50g (2oz) butter
450g (1lb) potatoes, peeled and cut into ¼ inch (5mm) dice
110g (4oz) onion, peeled and cut into ¼ inch (5mm) dice
450g (1lb) white parts of the leeks, sliced (save the green tops for another soup or vegetable stock)
salt and freshly ground pepper
850ml– 1.2 litre (1 ½ - 2 pints) light chicken stockÂ
125ml (4 ½ fl oz) cream
125ml (4 ½ fl oz) milk
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