Creamy Leek Soup – Dairy Free!

Prep Time: 20 min | Serves 6-8 people

Ingredients

• 1 medium white onion
• 2 garlic cloves, chopped
• 4 leeks, chopped
• 2 potatoes diced – I used red potatoes for a touch of sweetness
• 2 tbsp of organic ghee butter
• 4 cups of organic vegetable broth
• 2-3 bay leaves
• A bunch of fresh thyme sprigs
• Pink Himalayan sea salt & ground pepper to taste
• Chopped chives to garnish

NOTES: 

If soup is too thick, add more broth or water to desired consistency.

Do not peel the potatoes as removing the skin eliminates nutrients and reduces potassium & vitamin C intake.

Steps

1. Add the potatoes, broth, bay leaves, thyme sprigs, salt and pepper to a large pot and bring to a boil. Cover and bring it down to a simmer.
2. Meanwhile, melt the ghee butter over medium heat in a large saucepan and sauté the chopped garlic & onion until soft, then add the leeks, stirring regularly until soft, wilted & golden.
3. When the potatoes are soft, fish out the bay leaves & thyme sprigs. Carefully pour the broth & potatoes in a Vitamix, and add the leek, garlic & onion mixture. Blend until velvety smooth.
4. Alternatively, you can purée the soup with a hand-held immersion blender until smooth.
5. Garnish with fresh chopped chives and salt & pepper to taste, enjoy!

LEEK LOVIN’

• Leeks belong to the same family as garlic, chives and onions! Leeks are nutrient dense & very low in calories, they are a great source of magnesium, Vitamin A, C & K. They also boost high amounts of fiber, copper, Vitamin D6, iron & folate. They offer around twice as much Vitamin C as oranges!
• Leeks are a rich source of antioxidants like polyphenols & sulfur compounds, which both protect the body from disease. They even have antimicrobial & immune boosting properties! Like onions & garlic, leeks contain heart-healthy plant compounds shown to reduce inflammation in the body!

the benefits of LEEKS

• 1. Reduce the risk of cancer
  2.  Improve digestion
  3. Great for your eyesight
  4. Protect your heart’s health
  5. Reduce inflammation in the body
  6. Immune boosting & anti-microbial
  7. Strengthen your bones & hair