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Creamy Green Bean, Leek & Fresh Basil Soup

Here's how you make Creamy Green Bean, Leek & Fresh Basil Soup
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  • Servings: 3-4
  • Prep: 10m
  • Cook: 25m
    • The following recipe serves 3-4 people.

Ingredients

The ingredients are:
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 medium leeks, thinly sliced
  • 3 garlic clove, minced or pressed
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 3/4 pound potatoes (2 medium, peeled and cut into cubes)
  • 1 pound green string beans (cut into 1-inch lengths)
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves (loosely packed), coarsely chopped
  • 1 to 2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt & pepper, to you taste
  • Cayenne (to you taste)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh savory
  • 1/2 cup whipping cream
  • Fresh sliced mushrooms, for garnish
We recommend you get your ingredients ready before you start cooking. Once you're ready, here are the steps to making this delicious recipe

How to Make

  • Step 1: Melt the butter in a large saucepan. Add the leeks and garlic. Stir over medium heat until the leeks are tender. Pour in the chicken broth. Add the potatoes and green beans. Bring to a gentle boil. Cover the saucepan and cook for 20 minutes or until the potatoes and green beans are tender. Stir in the basil and cook, uncovered, for 5 minutes.

  • Step 2: Pour into the container of a blender or processor and whirl until smooth. Return to the saucepan and blend. Blend in the cream and place over medium heat. Warm gently, but do not allow the soup to boil. Ladle into soup bowls and garnish with slices of raw mushrooms.

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