Light family meal for under £2

25 September 2009

NOW for something warming, cheap and nourishing as winter approaches

POTATO AND LEEK SOUP

Preparation time: 5 minutes

Cook time: 15-20 minutes

Serves 4

Cost £1.90

1 tbsp oil

500g potatoes, diced

500g leeks, washed and sliced

700ml chicken or vegetable stock

300ml semi skimmed milk

Heat the oil in a large saucepan and fry the potatoes and leeks for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add the stock and bring to the boil. Simmer covered for 10-15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.

Stir in the milk and bring back to the boil. Purée with a hand blender or in a food processor. Season to taste.



Fry diced potatoes and sliced leeks for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add chicken or vegetable stock and bring to the boil. Simmer covered for 10-15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. Stir in milk and bring back to the boil. Purée with a hand blender or in a food processor. Season to taste. Serve with fresh bread.



Potatoes + leeks + stock & milk = quick starter or light meal for the family for less than £2.00 in less than 25 minutes.