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Prep time: 30 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Total time: 60 minutes
Number of Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 3 leeks (about 3 cups diced)
- 3 potatoes (about 3 cups diced)
- 2 Tablespoons margarine or butter
- 4 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup 1% milk
- 2 garlic cloves, minced or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Directions
- Remove root and green tops from leeks. Slice in half lengthwise and rinse well under running water. Slice crosswise into ¼ inch slices.
- Scrub potatoes under running water with a clean vegetable brush; cut into small cubes.
- Melt margarine or butter in a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat.
- Add garlic and chopped leeks. Cook until softened.
- Add potatoes and enough broth to cover. Cover pan and simmer until potatoes are soft. Mash with a potato masher or fork until potatoes are fairly smooth.
- Add remaining broth, milk and pepper. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
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