Winning Cream of Leek Soup |
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 16 |
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I got this recipe from an old family friend, who gave me my first batch of leeks, too! This soup quickly became our family favorite. I enjoy making hearty dishes like this oneĀand I especially like cooking with pork when I can...my husband and I raise hogs. Ingredients:
1 pound medium leeks (white portion only) |
1 cup butter, cubed |
1 cup king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
1 quart chicken stock or 4 bouillon cubes dissolved in 1 quart hot water |
1 quart half-and-half cream |
1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste |
1/4 teaspoon pepper |
1 cup cooked potato, diced |
1 cup diced fully cooked ham |
Directions:
1. Clean leeks carefully, rinsing well to remove soil. Cut into 1/2-in. pieces. Steam in covered container with 1/2 cup water until tender (can do this in microwave); Do not drain. Set aside.
2. Melt butter in a large saucepan; add flour, stirring constantly until smooth. Cook 2-4 minutes over low heat, stirring constantly until flour is thoroughly cooked. Gradually add chicken stock, stirring with wire whisk; bring to boil. Turn heat to low; add cream, seasonings, leeks, potato and ham. Do not boil. Yield: about 4 quarts.
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