Potato and Leek Soup
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Serving Size: 1 cup

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Ingredients
- 1 pound potatoes - preferably boiling type
- 1 onion
- 2 leeks (use more if you wish)
- 1 quart chicken stock (substitute water or stock/water mixture)
- salt and pepper to taste
- chives or paprika for garnish (optional) 
 
Simple ingredients make a soup that’s simply delicious – a perfect starter course for any occasion.
 
Directions
  • Peel the potatoes (or scrub if you wish to leave the skins on) and dice into 1/2"
    cubes.
  • Cut green tops and roots off of the leeks. Cut the leeks lengthwise. Rinse under cool water to
    remove any sand or dirt. Chop the leeks into thin pieces.
  • Chop the onion into small pieces.
  • Put chicken broth, potatoes, leeks, and onion in a large
    saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to maintain a simmer and cook until vegetables are

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tender.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste. To garnish, use a few snipped chives or a pinch of
    paprika. Serve hot.


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