Leek & Potato Soup with GiNiT Dill

Leek & Potato Soup with GiNiT Dill

Leek & Potato Soup with GiNiT Dill - warming, comfort food at its best on a chilly day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Soup
Servings 2 people

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium to large potatoes peeled, quartered & boiled until just cooked - can use previously boiled potatoes.
  • 3 medium leeks sliced
  • 2 Tbsp butter / oil for frying
  • 250 ml milk or vegan alternative
  • 250 ml water
  • 2 tsp GiNiT Dill
  • 1 tsp salt plus more to taste, if required

Instructions
 

  • To Cook:
  • Peel, quarter & boil the potatoes in salted water until just cooked.  Drain, rinse and set aside.
  • Slice the leeks and fry in butter or oil until they start to brown.  Reserve a spoonful or two of the cooked leek for garnish.  Add boiled potatoes and fry for a minute or two, stirring constantly.
  • Add the water and milk of your choice, bring to the boil, then turn the heat down and allow to simmer until the liquid has reduced by a third to half.
  • Remove from the heat and blend with an immersion / stick blender until smooth.
  • Add the GiNiT Dill and 1 tsp salt, mix well.
  • Return to the heat and warm through, adjust seasoning if required. Serve - topped with the leeks set aside for garnish.

Notes

Serving suggestion:
Enjoy as is, or with a slice of freshly baked bread.
Keyword GiNiT Dill