Light family meal for under �2
NOW for something warming, cheap and nourishing as winter approaches POTATO AND LEEK SOUP Preparation time: 5 minutes Cook time: 15-20 minutes Serves 4 Cost �1.90 1 tbsp oil 500g potatoes, diced 500g leeks, washed and sliced 700ml chicken or vegetabl
NOW for something warming, cheap and nourishing as winter approaches
POTATO AND LEEK SOUP
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 15-20 minutes
Serves 4
Cost �1.90
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1 tbsp oil
500g potatoes, diced
500g leeks, washed and sliced
700ml chicken or vegetable stock
300ml semi skimmed milk
Heat the oil in a large saucepan and fry the potatoes and leeks for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the stock and bring to the boil. Simmer covered for 10-15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
Stir in the milk and bring back to the boil. Pur�e with a hand blender or in a food processor. Season to taste.
Fry diced potatoes and sliced leeks for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add chicken or vegetable stock and bring to the boil. Simmer covered for 10-15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. Stir in milk and bring back to the boil. Pur�e with a hand blender or in a food processor. Season to taste. Serve with fresh bread.
Potatoes + leeks + stock & milk = quick starter or light meal for the family for less than �2.00 in less than 25 minutes.
