Cream of Broccoli and Leek Soup

By dhoffmanlatter

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lb broccoli-trim and chop- separate stalks and tops
• 3/4 lb leeks- chop
• 1 stick butter
• 4 peeled and diced potatoes
• 10 cups chicken stock
• 1 cup half and half fat free
• salt and pepper

Preparation

Step 1

1. saute leeks and broccoli stalks in butter for 3 minutes.

2. add tops and saute 3 more minutes.

3. add potatoes and chicken stock and boil over medium heat about 20 minutes or till tender.

4. puree in blender. stir in half and half and salt and pepper.