Christmas is the feast commemorating the birth of Christ. It is fixed in the liturgical year as December 25th and is preceded by four week of fasting called Advent.Cream of Potato Leek Soup
- 1 ½ lbs leeks
- 1 lb. potatoes
- 2 tbsp. butter
- 2½ cups chicken broth
- 2½ cups milk
- 1¼ cups cream
Trim roots and coarse outer leaves from leeks and wash in cold water. Slice. Peel and coarsely dice potatoes.
Melt butter in large pot and add potatoes and leeks. Cook over medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring continuously.
Add in chicken stock and milk. Bring slowly to a boil. Season with salt and pepper.
Simmer for 20 to 25 minutes until vegetables are tender.
Puree in blender or food processor. Return to pot and add cream.
