- 2-3 leeks
- 1 1/2 Lb celeriac
- 1 large potato
- 3 Tbs butter
- 4-5 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup light cream (optional)
- salt and pepper to taste
Wash leeks and slice until you have approx 2 cups. Peel and chop celeriac into 1/2 inch cubes (3-4 cups). Peel and coarsely chop the potato. Melt butter in a large sauce pan and stir in the leeks, cooking until wilted. Stir in celeriac and potato then add 4 cups of broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer 20-25 minutes. Puree in a food processor or blender. If very thick, thin with cream and additional broth. Season with salt and pepper.