Next Generation Life Fitness

Vegetarian Potato and Leek Soup

Preptime: 10 min.
Cooktime: 40 min.

Calories: 114
Carbs: 16g
Fat: 4g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Satfat: 1g
Sodium: 422mg

Ingredients:
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1/2 cup finely chopped onions
2 cups chopped leeks, well rinsed
1 sprig fresh thyme, or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
salt to taste
white pepper to taste
about 1 1/2 quarts vegetable stock
2 cups peeled potatoes, cut into 1/2" cubes (keep in bowl of water so they do not discolor)
1 tablespoon chopped, fresh chives

Directions:
1. Heat the peanut oil in a saucepan over low heat. Add the onion, leek and thyme, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook for 15 minutes.

2. Add the stock and bring to a boil quickly over high heat.

3. Lower the heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the leeks are completely tender.

4. Add the potatoes and simmer about 10 minutes more, or until the potatoes are tender.

5. Puree in a blender.

6. Adjust the salt and pepper to taste.

7. Serve garnished with chives.