Potato & Leek Soup

Ingredients

• 25g butter
• 2 leeks, sliced
• 1 onion, diced
• 600g potatoes, peeled and diced
• 900ml vegetable stock
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Chives or black pepper, to serve (optional)

Method

1. Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the leeks and onion and cook for 7-8 minutes until softened but not browned.
2. Add the potatoes and stock. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 18-20 minutes until the potatoes are completely tender.
3. Blend the soup until smooth using a stick blender.
4. Season with salt and pepper, and top with chives or extra black pepper if using, before serving.