Leek and Potato Soup

1. Chop the onion. Heat the oil in a stock pot over medium heat. Add onion and a pinch of salt and cook over low heat for 7-8 minutes.

2. Chop and wash leeks while the onion is cooking. Wash the leeks really well because there is often sand between the layers. You can soak the chopped leeks in a bowl of water for a few minutes and that will help.

3. Peel and dice potatoes and carrots.

4. Place leeks, potatoes and carrots in the pot. Stir for 2 minutes.

5. Add 1 quart of water and bring to a boil. Season with salt and then cook over medium heat for 20-25 minutes (or 7-8 minutes when using a pressure cooker).

6. Add 1 or 2 cups of milk (depending on your desired thickness) and heat it up. Then use a blender (immersion or standing) to make a pureed soup.

7. Serve and garnish with croutons or fried onion. Enjoy your leek and potato soup recipe!