A heart warmer during chilly evenings!

Leak Cream

INGREDIENTS

1. 1/4 cup (60 ml) + 1 tbsp (30 ml) butter
2. 4 leeks, the white part only, cut into thin slices
3. 1/2 cup finely chopped green onion
4. 4 cups (1 L) diced potatoes
5. 4 cups (1 L) water
6. 1 tbsp salt
7. 1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper
8. 2 cups hot milk
9. croutons

PREPARATION

1. In a large saucepan, melt 1/4 cup (60 ml) butter over low heat. Add the leeks and green onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes or until softened (do not brown). Add the potatoes, water, salt and pepper and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for about 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Allow to cool slightly.
2. Using a food processor or blender, reduce the preparation to a puree, several times as needed. Pour the leek puree into the pan and bring to a boil. Add the warm milk and the rest of the butter and mix. Heat over low heat (do not boil).