* Exported from MasterCook * Cream Of Leek Soup Recipe By : Serving Size : 2 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Soups Christmas Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 12 Med. leeks 1 tb Garlic - finely minced 8 c Chicken broth - homemade or 2 c Milk -pepper to t -- aste 1 c Whipping cream -tablespoons c -- hopped fresh 4 tb Butter 6 tb Flour -canned 1 Salt and freshly ground 1/4 ts Freshly grated nutmed 1/3 c Chervil sprigs - or 3 1 Chives 1. Trim the leeks and rinse them well. Quarter them lengthwise and cut them into 1/4-inch pieces. There should be about 5 cups. 2. Heat the butter in a heavy saucepan and add the leeks and garlic. Cook briefly, stirring often, over medium heat. Add the flour, blending it well with a wire whisk, and add the chicken broth, milk, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Bring to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes. 3. Spoon and scrape the mixture into a blender or food processor and puree. 4. Just before serving, add the whipping cream. The soup can be served cold or brought to a simmer and served hot. Garnish each serving with the chervil or chives. Yield: 10 to 12 servings. Posted by Michelle Bass. Courtesy of Fred Peters. NYC Nutrilink: M0^00000,M0^00000,M0^00000,M0^00000,M0^00000 NYC Nutrilink: M0^00000,M0^00000,M0^00000,M0^00000,M0^00000 NYC Nutrilink: M0^00000 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -