Ingredients

• 3 leeks, washed and sliced thinly
• 2 large potatoes
• 2 oz butter
• ¾ pint milk
• ½ pint good chicken stock, supermarket
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf, optional
•   salt and pepper

Method

1. Put 3 leeks (washed and sliced thinly) with 2 large potatoes and 2 oz butter in a pot. Cook on high for 10–12 minutes.
2. Add ¾ pint of milk, ½ pint of good chicken stock (supermarket), ½ teaspoon dried thyme, 1 bay leaf (optional), and salt and pepper.
3. Cook on high for 7–8 minutes. Cover and stand for 1 minute then uncover to cool slightly.
4. Remove bay leaf and purée in a blender or through a sieve.
5. Check seasoning then heat for 3–4 minutes in the microwave on high.

Notes