Leek, Potato and Asparagus Soup

By Chef_JR4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or olive oil
• 1/4 stick (1 ounce) butter
• 2 large leeks, washed and chopped (you can use the green tops, but wash them well since they are quite sandy)
• 1 celery stalk, chopped
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1/2 to 3/4 pound asparagus, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, with tips intact
• 2 cups milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 3 whole green onions, chopped, for garnish

Details

Servings 6
Adapted from foodnetwork.com

Preparation

Step 1

Put the oil, butter, leeks, celery and onion in a large pot. Cover and cook about 8 minutes, stirring every minute or so, until the onion is translucent and the leeks have softened. Add the potatoes and water. Bring to a boil, lower the heat to medium, and cook until the potatoes are soft, about 12 to 15 minutes. Add the asparagus, milk and cream. Stir and cook, covered, at least 5 minutes longer. Season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle the chopped green onions on top of the soup just before serving. Wonderful soup!