Soups

Leek and Pea Soup

Ingredients

  • 4 to 5 medium Potatoes
  • 1 bag frozen peas
  • 4 chicken bouillon cubes
  • 4 hard boiled eggs- chopped fine
  • 1 stick of butter
  • 4 leeks- washed and chopped fine

Directions

Bring large stockpot full of chicken stock or water to a boil.

Add peeled and quartered potatoes to the boiling water.

Add bouillon and let boil for ½ hour or until potatoes are soft.

Add bag of peas and let cook for 10 minutes.

Use a hand blender to mash the peas and potatoes until smooth.

Sauté the finely chopped leeks in a pan with the butter for 10 to 15 minutes until softened.

Add leeks to soup and continue a low boil over medium heat for 5 minutes. Reduce to a simmer and add finely chopped eggs last.

Taste and add more seasonings if necessary.