Asparagus-Leek Soup.

I would venture to guess that I have been saving recipes that I want to try for years. I have so many random post-its, note cards, and magazine clippings that I could probably make something new every day for a year. It's getting a little out of hand. So I've made the decision to try [key word being try] to make some new recipe each week. Aside from the occasional box of couscous and frozen broccoli, I really want to attempt actual meals. Ideally, it will be a meal I can make on Sunday and eat all week. Who's with me on never wanting to make dinner after a long day of work? At times, this grown-up thing can be annoying. Merp. On the other hand, I suppose it's kind of exciting! New food!

So obviously, I would love to share my new meals on here. I frequently find that I make minor changes to recipes as I go so if you happen to try one, let me know how it goes! I'd love to hear about any tweaks or additions that make them better.

Anyway, the first attempt in this quest of mine was asparagus-leek soup. If you like these two ingredients, I would definitely recommend it! Although soup is kind of on the way out with summer coming, it is still cold and rainy some days so it's a good fit.

- Slice up 2 leeks (discard rough bottoms and stems on top). Saute them with a little olive oil for about 5 minutes. I never measure my oil, just drizzle it on top as needed. I had to do one leek at a time because the pan wasn't big enough.

-When the leeks are done, put them in a large pot. Add in a cubed potato (I left the skin on in hopes of some nutritional benefits), and one bunch of chopped asparagus.

-The recipe called for two cups of vegetable broth. However, it also said 1-2 leeks. Because I used two, I had to add an extra cup.  I thought maybe I might even need more but once it simmered, I realized that would have been too much.

-Let this simmer for about 25-30 minutes. I put a lid on it and stirred on occasion.

-After it simmers, add to a blender and puree. Again, I had to do this in two or three phases because there was just so much. VOILA!

 

Looks like green mush, but it really is pretty good! This made about 6 servings for me. I have tried adding a sprinkle of parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper for a little flavor. Enjoy!