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Potato-Leek Soup

Potato-Leek Soup

This creamy potato-leek soup turns leftover mashed potatoes into a lunchtime favorite.

Everyday Food, April 2010 http://www.marthastewart.com/332291/potato-leek-soup
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  • Yield Makes 6

Ingredients

    • 1 teaspoon butter
    • 1 medium leek, white and light-green parts only
    • 3 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
    • 3 sprigs thyme
    • 2 cups mashed potatoes

Directions

  1. Rinse leeks well and pat dry. Halve lengthwise and chop. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium high. Add 1 cup chopped leeks and cook, stirring, until softened, 3 minutes.
  2. Add broth, 1/2 cup water, and thyme and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and whisk in mashed potatoes. Simmer until warmed through; season with coarse salt and ground pepper.

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