Leek Soup

Ingredients -

4 Leeks, washed and finely chopped
4 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 large Yellow Onion, finely chopped
3 cloves Garlic, diced
1 cup Tomatoes, chopped
4 stalks Celery, finely diced
4 stalks Carrots, finely chopped
8 cups Water
1 bunch Parsley, finely chopped
1 teaspoon Coarse Salt

Preparation:

1. Add water to stockpot and bring to a boil. Add leeks and cook 20 minutes.

2. Add onion, garlic, tomatoes, celery, carrots and parsley.

3. Return to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer 1 hour.

4. Add salt and a splash of olive oil.

5. Stir to combine ingredients, cover, and simmer another 30 minutes.

6. Serve hot.

Soup Making Tip

Leeks

1 large leek weighs around one half to three quarters of a pound.

Soup Making Tip

Cleaning Leeks

It is imperative to cleen leeks before use. The leaves trap a good deal of dirt. If the leeks are finely chopped, place in a strainer and