Parsnip Soup with Apples, Leeks and Potatoes

Parsnip Soup with Apples, Leeks and Potatoes

INGREDIENTS

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 cups cleaned and sliced leeks
• 1 pound parsnips, trimmed, peeled, and cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces
• 2 apples, peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 medium or 2-3 small potatoes (about 1/2 pound), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) reduced sodium chicken broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper
• Leek garnish (see below)

DIRECTIONS

Heat butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add leeks (reserving 1/2 cup for garnish). Cook, stirring, 5 minutes.

Add parsnips, apples, potato, broth, and 4 cups water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, until vegetables are tender, 20 to 25 minutes.

Working in batches, puree soup in a blender until smooth. Return it to pot; stir in cream. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with Leek Garnish.

LEEK GARNISH:  in a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high. Add reserved 1/2 cup leeks; cook, stirring, until golden brown and crispy, about 3 minutes.

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