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Leek soup, the recipe

Leek soup is a typical winter first course, simple but at the same time very tasty. Leeks are winter vegetables that contain many mineral salts (iron, magnesium, calcium and potassium), many fibers and vitamins A and C.

They prevent cardiovascular diseases and reduce bad cholesterol. The vitamin E found in leeks is an ally of youth and skin elasticity.

To prepare this really simple recipe you only need two main ingredients. Try this simple, healthy and cheap recipe that can not disappoint. In the gallery you will find all the steps to prepare the recipe.

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Leek soup, the recipe
Leek soup is a typical winter first course, simple but at the same time very tasty. Leeks are winter vegetables that contain many mineral salts (iron, magnesium, calcium and potassium), many fibers and vitamins A and C. They prevent cardiovascular diseases and reduce bad cholesterol. The vitamin E found in leeks is an ally of youth and skin elasticity. To prepare this really simple recipe you only need two main ingredients. Try this simple, healthy and cheap recipe that can not disappoint. In the gallery you will find all the steps to prepare the recipe:
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1. Peel the leeks and cut them into slices
Peel 2 medium-sized leeks, including the green part, and cut them into rounds. Set aside.
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2. Prepare the potatoes
Prepare 2 medium-sized potatoes, peel them and cut them into pieces of more or less the same size.
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3. Sauté the leeks
Sauté the leeks with salt in clarified butter or extra virgin olive oil. After a few minutes, add the chopped potatoes and water.
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4. Add water or vegetable broth.
Add about 700 ml of water or vegetable broth, cover with a lid and cook over low heat for about 10-15 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
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5. Blend with an immersion blender until you get a smooth velvety without lumps
Finally add the ground pepper and blend with an immersion blender until you get a smooth velvety without lumps. If it is too thick, add a little more water (or vegetable broth).
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