There are many variations on this classic French soup.
From just water and leeks to more complicated varieties.
Feel free to put as much or as little in as you would like.
Sauté
2 slices of cooked bacon, chopped or a handful of real bacon bits or skip it...
2 large or 4 small leeks, washed well and white parts sliced thin. (stop at more green than white)
You can also sauté 1-2 cloves of garlic with the leeks, (opt)
When the bacon is crispy and the leeks are softened, add:
1 lb potatoes, peeled and cubed or use baby reds/goldens and don't peel
about 4 c chicken broth, sufficient to cover vegetables
here is where you would add some chicken or ham if you want instead of the bacon
Bring to a boil and simmer about 20 minutes.
If you want a creamy soup, stir in before serving:
1 c milk or cream
Of course, salt and pepper to taste
From just water and leeks to more complicated varieties.
Feel free to put as much or as little in as you would like.
Sauté
2 slices of cooked bacon, chopped or a handful of real bacon bits or skip it...
2 large or 4 small leeks, washed well and white parts sliced thin. (stop at more green than white)
You can also sauté 1-2 cloves of garlic with the leeks, (opt)
When the bacon is crispy and the leeks are softened, add:
1 lb potatoes, peeled and cubed or use baby reds/goldens and don't peel
about 4 c chicken broth, sufficient to cover vegetables
here is where you would add some chicken or ham if you want instead of the bacon
Bring to a boil and simmer about 20 minutes.
If you want a creamy soup, stir in before serving:
1 c milk or cream
Of course, salt and pepper to taste
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