SMOKED SALMON CHOWDER

By á-32773

Ingredients

• 1 Tbs. olive oil
• 3 medium leeks, white and light green part only, rinsed and sliced
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 large russet potato, peeled and cubed
• 1 large stalk celery, chopped
• 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp. fresh ground black pepper
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 2 Tbs. tomato paste
• 2 cups milk
• 8-oz smoked salmon, flaked
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 Tbs. chives, chopped

Preparation

Step 1

1. Heat oil in large, heavy-bottomed pot over low heat. Add leeks and garlic and sauté for 2 minutes.

2. Add potato, celery, salt and pepper and cook over medium heat for about 1 minute, stirring constantly.

3. Add the broth and simmer until potato is tender, about 15 minutes.

4. Add the tomato paste and milk, than the salmon and bring mixture back to a simmer for a few minutes (do not let it boil the milk will separate).

5. As it simmers, stir in cream.

6. Remove from heat, garnish with chives, and serve.