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Leek and Potato Soup

A great winer lunch using easily-grown vegetables.

Ingredients

2-3 leeks

400 g potatoes

500 ml chicken or vegetable stock

200 ml semi-skimmed milk

olive oil

seasoning

 

Method

Heat ½ tablespoon olive oil in a saucepan. Slice and wash and dry the leeks, and add to oil. Sauté for about 5 minutes. Peel and cut potatoes into 1cm cubes and add to leeks. Add stock and bring to boil. Simmer for 20 minutes. Add milk and liquidize. Season to taste and serve with garlic croûtons.