Leek and Pea Soup

Portion Size: 1 cup

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
1 cup  fresh diced potatoes Wash, peel and dince
2 leeksUse white part and 1 inch of green, spilt open lengthwise and wash well, then slice
4 cups low sodium chicken stock
2 cups evaporated milk (may use half and half or cream)
2 tablespoons olive oil  
2 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon paprika 
1 cup shredded reduced fat Cheddar cheese
½ cup light sour cream 
1 cup frozen peas, diced

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.
8Slowly stir in cheddar cheese and paprika. Cook until melted. Add peas and sour cream. Heat through uncovered. (Cook until internal temperature reaches 135°F.)
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