CURRIED LEEK SOUP

Curried Leek Soup image

New England is known for its hearty soups. I like to experiment with recipes (luckily I have a wife who lets me mess up her kitchen). I came up with this recipe the first year I grew leeks in my garden.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 medium leeks (white portion only), thinly sliced
2 tablespoons butter
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
3/4 cup water
1-1/2 cups thinly sliced carrots
2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 can (12 ounces) fat-free evaporated milk

Steps:

In a 3-qt. saucepan, saute leeks in butter over medium heat until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the broth, water, carrots, celery, bouillon, curry powder and pepper. Bring to a boil. , Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Cool slightly. , Place 1 cup soup in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Return to pan. Add milk; heat through (do not boil).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 1057mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein.