Cream Of Leek Soup With Onions

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Despite all of the onions, this soup is very mild, and sort of sweet, because of the leeks. the smoked gouda cheese is optional (i've already skipped it totally because i had none, or used sharp cheddar or swiss instead), but the smokey flavor of the cheese goes well with the sweetness of the leeks.

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Steps

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In a large soup pot over medium heat , melt butter.

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Add in leeks , and onions and saute for about 10 minutes or until they are tender , but not browned.

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Stir in flour.

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Mix well.

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Add broth , wine , thyme , ground mustard , white pepper , and bring to a boil.

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Reduce heat and simmer for 8-10 minutes.

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Stir in half and half and optional cheese , if using it.

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Heat through.

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Puree with immersion hand blender / blender / food processor to a semi-smooth texture.

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Return to hot pot.

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Serve.

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Ingredients

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butter, leeks, vidalia onion, green onions, flour, vegetable broth, white wine, thyme, ground mustard, white pepper, salt, half-and-half, smoked gouda cheese