NEW AND IMPROVED POTATO LEEK SOUP

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I had a bunch of organic veggies waiting to be used, so I came up with this delicious variation on Ellen's Cheesy Potato Leek Soup. No bacon in this one--sorry, all you bacon lovers. Threw in some carrots and celery, too.

Provided by Ellen Bales @Starwriter

Categories     Cream Soups

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 large white potato, peeled and diced
8-10 - fingerling potatoes, cut into bite-size pieces (leave skin on)
2 stalk(s) celery, chopped
8 - baby carrots, sliced
1 medium leek, white and light green parts only, sliced
2 clove(s) garlic, minced
2 tablespoon(s) butter
2 tablespoon(s) all purpose flour
1 teaspoon(s) chicken broth granules dissolved in 1 cup hot water
1 cup(s) heavy cream
1 cup(s) milk
1 cup(s) water
1/2 teaspoon(s) onion powder
1 teaspoon(s) salt or to taste
1/8 teaspoon(s) pepper
1 1/2 cup(s) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- garnish with fresh or dried chives

Steps:

  • Prepare vegetables and bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Place prepared vegetables, except garlic, into the boiling water. Cover and cook over low heat for 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, cook garlic in melted butter about 1 to 2 minutes; add flour; then add chicken broth and stir until smooth. Stir this mixture into the pot of vegetables. Add cream, milk, and water and mix thoroughly.
  • Add onion powder, salt and pepper and simmer over low heat until it begins to thicken. Add cheese and stir until melted.
  • Serve hot with a sprinkling of chives if desired.

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