Creamy Leek And Gouda Soup
This is a creamy delectable soup worthy of home and company!!
Steps
In a large saucepan , melt butter and cook leeks , mushrooms , onion and garlic over medium heat for 5 minutes or until soft.
Remove from heat.
Sprinkle vegetables with flour and stir in.
Gradually stir in broth and water.
Cook over medium heat , stirring constantly , until mixture comes to a boil and thickens.
Reduce heat and simmer , covered , for 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
In several batches , pour soup into blender jar , cover and blend at high speed until vegetables are pured and smooth.
Add salt and pepper.
Ladle soup into 6 ovenproof soup bowls.
Top each bowl with 3 pieces of toast and 1 / 3 cup cheese.
Broil under preheated broiler until cheese is melted and slightly browned , about 4 minutes.
Serve immediately.
Ingredients
butter, leeks, mushrooms, onion, garlic, all-purpose flour, condensed chicken broth, water, rye bread, gouda cheese, salt and pepper