Ingredients
dash olive oil
½ onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, peeled and finely chopped
½ large leek, chopped
150ml/5¼fl oz hot vegetable stock
150ml/5¼fl oz whole milk
salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tbsp double cream, to serve
1 tsp chopped fresh chives, to serve
Method
1. Heat the olive oil in a small saucepan, add the onion, garlic and leek and sauté for 4-5 minutes, or until softened but not coloured.
2. Add the vegetable stock, milk and seasoning and bring to the boil. Simmer for six minutes, then remove from the heat and allow to cool slightly. Pour into a food processor and blend until smooth.
3. To serve, pour into a bowl and garnish with a swirl of double cream and chopped chives.
