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Potato Leek Soup

This potato leek soup recipe has been in my family for a long time. It is so delicious and perfect for a chilly autumn or winter day (or any day). Freezes well. Feeds approximately 8-10 people as a side dish or 4-6 as a main dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8 people

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 4 leeks (white part only)
  • 1 medium onion
  • 4 large potatoes - diced
  • 2 stalks celery - chopped
  • 6 large sprigs of parsley
  • 5 cups chicken stock
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp chervil
  • 1/2 tsp marjoram
  • 2 cups scalded milk

Instructions
 

  • Melt butter in large pot. Add leeks and onion and cook on medium heat, stirring frequently, for approximately 5 mins. Do not brown.
  • Add potatoes, celery, herbs, stock, salt and pepper. Cover and cook over moderate heat for 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  • Blend until smooth. Bring back to a boil and stir in the hot milk.
Keyword potato leek soup, soup