Easy Potato Leek Soup

• 2 leeks, white and pale green parts only, washed and chopped
• 1/2 cup onion, chopped
• 4 chives, chopped
• 2 clove garlic, diced
• 2 tbsp butter
• 6 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 4 cup low sodium chicken broth
• 1 cup half and half
• 1 shredded cheddar cheese to taste
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• 1 salt and pepper to taste

1. In a pot over medium heat, cooked the leeks, onion, chives, and garlic until tender.
2. About 5 min.
3. Add the potatoes and broth.
4. Cook until potatoes are tender.
5. (About 20-25 min)
6. Add half and half, and continue to simmer until it starts to thicken slightly.
7. (About 10 min)
8. Divide the soup in half and place one half in a blender.
9. Once smooth, add back into the pot.
10. This will help release some of the starch from the potatoes to help thicken it as well.
11. Although if you like a chunkier soup you can skip this step.
12. Add the cheese, parsley, salt and pepper to taste.
13. Stir continuously until cheese is melted, about 5 min.
14. Dish into bowl, top with some more cheese, and a sprig of parsley.
15. Serve and enjoy :)

leeks, onion, chives, clove garlic, butter, potatoes, chicken broth, cheddar cheese, parsley, salt

Taken from cookpad.com/us/recipes/364835-easy-potato-leek-soup (may not work)