Potato Leek Soup

Ingredients

  • ½ c butter
  • 1 leek, sliced – separate layers and wash thoroughly
  • 1 ½ t cornstarch
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 c potatoes, peeled and medium diced
  • 1 c heavy cream
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  • Step 1:

    Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.

  • Step 2:

    Add leeks to butter. Cook until tender, stirring frequently, about 15 minutes.

  • Step 3:

    Stir cornstarch into broth and pour broth into pot.

  • Step 4:

    Add the potatoes and bring to a boil.

  • Step 5:

    Pour in the cream, reduce heat and simmer 20 - 30 minutes, until potatoes are tender, stirring every once in a while. Season with salt and pepper and top with optional toppings before serving.