Creamy Leek Soup

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Creamy Leek Soup

Recipe By : Sainsbury's Leaflet - Take a Long Look at Leeks, 1997
Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : New Soups
Vegetarian

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 large leeks -- sliced
50 g butter
1 small onion -- chopped
1200 ml vegetable stock
salt and freshly ground black pepper
25 g flour
150 ml milk
142 ml single cream

1. Melt half the butter in a large saucepan, add the leeks and onion and
cook gently for 5 minutes until tender.

2. Add vegetable stock and seasoning, bring to the boil, cover and simmer
for 15-20 minutes.

3. Meanwhile, melt remaining butter in a saucepan, stir in flour and cook
gently for 1 minute. Gradually add the milk and cream, bring to the boil,
stirring until thickened.

4. Mix the sauce with the leek mixture and then puree in a blender or food
processor until smooth. Return to the saucepan and reheat gently.


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NOTES : Serve with croutons and freshly chopped parsley.

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 25-30 minutes
1.2 litres vegetable stock to serve 6
Calories/Fat per serving: 161cal / 13g