COCK-A-LEEKIE

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This Scottish recipe is posted for the World Tour 2005 event. The source is With a Fine Feeling For Food by Janet Murray. This version uses only the broth, and is made more hearty with oatmeal - a good way to stretch the food supply in hard times.

Provided by PanNan

Categories     Onions

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/2 quarts chicken broth
5 leeks, thinly sliced
1/3 cup oatmeal, ground to flour consistency in the blender (or food processor)
1/2 cup water
salt and pepper
1 cup cream
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring the broth to a boil over medium heat, and add the leeks.
  • Mix the oatmeal flour with the water, and gradually stir it into the broth. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cover and cook until the leeks are tender, skimming if necessary.
  • Pour the cream and parsley in a warm soup tureen, and pour the boiling soup over them.
  • Serve hot.

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