Carrot Leek Soup

Serves: 6

Ingredients

1 medium leek, thinly sliced and soaked in water to remove sand
4 teaspoons butter
6 medium carrots, sliced
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
3 cans (14 1/2 ounces each ) low sodium chicken broth
2 cups skim milk
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, sauté leek in butter until tender.
  2. Add carrots, potatoes, and broth; bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until vegetables are tender.
  4. Remove vegetables from heat and put into a blender or food processor.
  5. Add enough cooking liquid to cover, blend until smooth and return to pan.
  6. Stir in milk and pepper and heat through.

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