Potato and Leek Soup

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Potato and Leek Soup

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Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Crockpot Soups

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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4 Tablespoons Butter
5 Leeks sliced
6 Tablespoons Flour
4 Cups Hot water
5 Potatoes; peel -- dice
1/2 Cup Milk
Butter and chives -- garnish

In a large pot over medium heat saute leeks in butter. Remove from heat, let
cool a bit. Stir in flour. Mix well. Add water and mix well again. Return to
heat and add potatoes, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil. Then lower heat,
cover and simmer for 30 minutes. When potatoes are tender break up potatoes
with a masher,
add milk and heat just under boiling. Garnish individual serving dishes with
butter and chives and serve with a large
bowl of crusty croutons.

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