Leek Soup

Ingredients:

1 lb leeks
2 potatoes
4 cups vegetable broth
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil plus extra for garnish
Salt and white pepper to taste
Snipped fresh chives for garnish

Method:

1. Carefully wash and clean leeks to remove any sand and grit.
2. Slice the white part only.
3. Wash and peel the potatoes, and dice them in half inch cubes.
4. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan.
5. Add leeks and saute until soft.
6. Add the potatoes.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Add the broth, and simmer covered for 30/40 minutes, until potatoes are very tender.
9. When done, put the mixture in the food processor and blend until smooth.
10. Serve warm, with a drizzle of extra virgin oilve oil and accompained with butter-fried croutons