Wednesday, October 19, 2005
Creamy Potato & Leek Soup
Served October 2005, Recipe from Zarina
Rated 5 stars by Supper Club Members (taken from average of 7 votes)
6 potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 (14 oz) cans of chicken broth
2 leeks chopped (don't use real hard, dark pieces)
2 teaspoons butter
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
In a medium pot over medium heat, combine the potatoes and broth and simmer for 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Meanwhile, in a skillet over medium heat, saute the leeks in butter for 5-10 minutes or until tender. Add the leeks and cream to the potatoes and stir well. Mash potatoes with a potato masher to slightly thicken soup, if desired. Ladle into bowls to serve. Yield: 4 servings
Rated 5 stars by Supper Club Members (taken from average of 7 votes)
6 potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 (14 oz) cans of chicken broth
2 leeks chopped (don't use real hard, dark pieces)
2 teaspoons butter
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
In a medium pot over medium heat, combine the potatoes and broth and simmer for 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Meanwhile, in a skillet over medium heat, saute the leeks in butter for 5-10 minutes or until tender. Add the leeks and cream to the potatoes and stir well. Mash potatoes with a potato masher to slightly thicken soup, if desired. Ladle into bowls to serve. Yield: 4 servings