Creamy Leek Soup

By lorab

Ingredients

• 3 leeks, white and light green parts
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper
• 1/2 cup flour
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 1 large potatoe diced
• 1 cup milk

Preparation

Step 1

1. Cut leeks lengthwise in half. Slice crosswise and place in sieve. Rinse in cold water to remove dirt.
2. In large saucepan melt butter. Fry leeks, garlic, thyme, sale & pepper until softened about 4 minutes.
3. Sprinkle with flour, cook, stirring for about 1 minute.
4. Gradually stir in stock and 1 cup water. Add potatoe and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 15 minuts until potatoe is softened.
5. Stir in milk
6. Puree soup until smooth