LEEK, POTATO & SAUSAGE SOUP

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This is my family's all-time favorite soup. You can reduce the fat a bit by using turkey smoked sausage. It's great served with crusty French bread slices and cheese sticks.

Provided by Cindy Sheets

Categories     Soups

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 medium leeks, chopped (white part)
4 Tbsp butter
6 can(s) chicken broth
4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
1/2 to 3/4 c sliced carrots
1 lb smoked sausage, sliced and quartered
4 Tbsp milk
1 c thinly-sliced fresh spinach leaves

Steps:

  • 1. In a large saucepan, cook the leek in butter for 5 minutes, or until soft.
  • 2. Stir in the broth and the potatoes and carrots. Bring to a boil. Simmer for 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  • 3. Stir in sausage, milk, salt and pepper to taste. Simmer 5 minutes more.
  • 4. Just before serving, stir in spinach.

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