Leek and Potato Soup Recipe

What do you think with this photo? fell hungry?
yeah it's look tasty, you can make it self at home.





Ingredients

* 3 tablespoon vegetable oil
* 2 (white & light green parts only) leeks, thinly sliced
* 1 celery stalk, diced
* 1 carrot, diced
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
* 1/4 teaspoon pepper
* 2 large potatoes, peeled & chopped
* 3 cups chicken stock
* 2 thick slices bacon
* 1/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
* 2 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Directions

1. In Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat; sauté leeks, celery, carrot, salt, thyme and pepper until softened, about 8 minutes.
2. Add potatoes, stock and 3 cups water; bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. Let cool slightly.
3. Meanwhile, in skillet, fry bacon until crisp; drain on paper towels then crumble.
4. In batches in blender, puree soup until smooth; strain into clean pot and reheat gently. Sprinkle each serving with bacon, cheese and parsley.

Article Source: http://thecookingblog.blogspot.com/2011/03/leek-and-potato-soup-recipe.html