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MyGirl
07-21-2001, 11:14 AM
Something for the cooler months.


Potato and Leek Soup

2-3 servings

1-2 leeks
1 onion
1 tbspn butter or olive oil
2 cups diced potatoes
1 cup low-fat milk
2 cups water
salt and pepper


Method
sautee onion and leek in oil
add skim milk while stirring constantly
when mixture thickens add potatoes, stir
add water, salt and pepper to taste
bring to boil then reduce and allow to simmer for 20 minutes
stir occasionally

when ready, puree mixture in a blender
serve with warm crusty bread roll

hint - you may also sprinkle a tbspn of grated lo-fat cheese over soup just before serving.

bon apetite ;)

TobeyToe
07-23-2001, 02:55 PM
Sounds yummy. You could reduce the fat even more by sauting with cooking spray instead of oil or butter. You may just have to add a few extra spays while it is cooking.

Thanks for the idea
Tobey!

patch30
07-31-2001, 06:22 PM
Has anyone figured the WW points out for this?