Potato Leek Soup

 

Ingredients

 

• 1 lb of leeks, sliced

• 1 small onion, chopped

• 2 stalks of celery, chopped

• 1 clove garlic, chopped

• 2 medium potatoes, diced

• 1 quart chicken broth or water

• 2 tablespoons butter

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Cream (optional)

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Directions

 

Melt butter in bottom of a 4qt sauce pan. Sauté leeks, onions, and celery until translucent; add garlic and sauté for about 2 more minutes. Stir in potatoes and then add the broth or water. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium/low, cook until potatoes are fork tender. Remove from heat and blend, adding cream if desired, until smooth. Serve hot or cold.