Soup with potatoes and leek
Description
The soup is easy and quick to prepare. The taste of simple home-cooked food will always delight your loved ones. You can make it with diced potatoes or mashed potatoes. In any case, it's very tasty and, importantly, very inexpensive to prepare. You can make a larger batch of soup and then freeze it. Ladle into bowls and serve.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Peel and chop the leek. Cut the leek lengthwise into 4 parts, then chop into small pieces.
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Step 2
2. Melt butter or margarine in a saucepan, add sliced leek and garlic. Cook over low or medium heat until the leek becomes soft, about 10 minutes. Stir frequently to prevent browning.
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Step 3
3. Peel the potatoes and cut them into cubes. This can be done while sautéing the onions.
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Step 4
4. Add the remaining ingredients to the pot, except for milk/sour cream. Bring to a boil and simmer over low heat until done. If you wish to keep the potatoes in cubes, cook the soup for 15–17 minutes, until the potatoes are tender. If you want to mash the potatoes, cook for about 20 minutes. Then, using a special tool, mash the potatoes directly in the pot. Alternatively, you can use a blender.
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Step 5
5. Before serving, pour milk/sour cream into the soup and mix well. This soup freezes well and can be stored in the freezer for up to 2 months.