Creamy Leek and Broccoli Soup

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Prep Time:

35 minutes

Number of Servings:

Recipe Source:

Brassicas: Cooking The World's Healthiest Vegetables by Laura B. Russell ($23, Ten Speed Press, 2014)

Ingredients

2 Tbsp olive oil
3 leeks, white and light green parts, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise
1 ¹⁄₂ tsp kosher salt, divided
3 cloves garlic, peeled but left whole
6 cups broccoli florets and peeled, diced stalks (about 1 ¹⁄₂ lb)
3 ¹⁄₂ cups low-sodium vegetable broth
Freshly ground black pepper, for serving
Chopped fresh chives, for serving (optional)

Directions

In a large pot, heat oil over medium-low heat. Add leeks and ¹⁄₂ teaspoon of the salt. Cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes, until wilted.
Stir in garlic, broccoli, and remaining 1 teaspoon of salt. Pour in broth, raise heat to medium-high, and bring to a boil. Lower heat to a simmer, partially cover, and cook for about 10 minutes, until broccoli is tender.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Transfer soup to a blender, in batches if necessary, and puree until smooth. Gently reheat soup to serving temperature. Alternatively, puree soup directly in the pot with an immersion blender. (The soup can be prepared up to 2 days ahead, covered, and refrigerated until ready to reheat.)
Ladle the soup into bowls, top with some pepper and chives, and serve hot.

Nutrition Info:

161 Calories, 7 g Protein, 17 g Carbohydrates, 4 g Fiber, 9 g Total fat (2 g sat, 5 g mono, 1 g poly), 372 mg Sodium, ★★★★★ Vitamin C, ★★★ Vitamin A, Folate, Manganese, ★ Vitamin B6, E, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium

Creamy Leek and Broccoli Soup

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