Creamy, Rich Courgette and Leek Soup. Packed with broccoli and courgettes and topped with herbs
(serves 4)
Prep time 5 mins
Cooking time 15 mins
Ingredients
5 courgettes, finely sliced
3 leeks, finely sliced
2 broccoli florets
2 tablespoons of olive oil or grass
fed unsalted butter
500 ml of organic vegetable or
homemade chicken stock
A sprinkle of dried coriander
A pinch of finely chopped fresh chives
Ground black pepper to taste
Optional:
Chopped chillies or spring onlions
to serve.
how to make it…
1. Put the finely sliced leaks and courgettes into a heavy bottomed
saucepan with the olive oil or butter on a low heat. Cover with tin foil. Let
them sweat until soft.
2. Add the stock to this and the broccoli florets bring to a gentle simmer
on a medium heat for 5 minutes. Use a hand blender to mix into a smooth
soup.
3. You can top with a selection of chopped spring onions, chopped chillies
or freshly chopped herbs; such as coriander, parsley or chives. Finish off
with a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper and serve.
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