Potato and Leek Soup
Recipe submitted by rea
Potato soup was always a firm favourite as a child. The inclusion of the leek came about because of a surplus in the garden.
Serves 4 to 6
Ingredients
- 2 T butter
- 1 kg potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1 leek, well washed and chopped
- 1 L commercial chicken stock
- 1 t lemon juice
- 1 c cream (or milk)
- cracked pepper
- chives, chopped for garnish
Method
- In a large heavy saucepan melt butter and cook potatoes and leeks until the leeks are soft but not brown.
- Add the stock and lemon juice, simmer until the vegetables are soft.
- Blend, season to taste add cream and served topped with chives.
