Leek and Cheddar Soup

Portion Size: 1 cup

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
2 cups  Potatoes, dicedWashed, peeled and diced
2 leeksUse white part and 1 inch of green, spilt open lengthwise and wash well, then slice
6 cups low sodium chicken stock
2 cups evaporated milk (may use half and half or cream)
2 tablespoons olive oil  
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup shredded reduced fat Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons parsley

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1In a large stock pot, heat olive oil.  
2Add leeks and cook until tender.
3Add potatoes and cook for 1-2 minutes.  
4Sprinkle flour over potatoes and leeks.  
5Stir in chicken broth.  
6Bring to a boil, turn down the heat and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes. 
7Stir in evaporated milk.   Simmer for 10 minutes.(Cook until internal temperature reaches 135°F.
8Slowly stir in cheddar cheese. Cook until melted
9Serve in bowls. Top with parsley.
To make this recipe gluten free: Use GF broth and GF flour. Always check all ingredients to be sure they are gluten free.
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Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates