Potato Leek Soup

 I love David Rocco and his recipes are so easy to make at home.  When he shared this recipe for Potato Leek Soup on his instagram, I went out and bought leeks and sage and had an amazing dinner that came together so quickly and easily.  This was a hit with everyone in the house, even the kids.  I toast some bread slices, rub some garlic on them and serve that on the side.  Delish!

Ingredients:

• 4 potatoes, cubed
• 1 large leek, white and green parts only, roughly chopped
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 sprig sage
• 6 cups vegetable (or chicken) broth
• Balsamic vinegar to finish (optional)
• salt (to taste)

Directions:

1. Melt the butter over medium-high heat in a large pot.
2. Add oil, sage, leek, salt.  Stir and cook for 2 minutes. 
3. Add potatoes and mix all together. 
4. Add broth and bring mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes or until soft.
5. Purée the soup using a hand-held immersion blender until smooth.
6. Serve the soup in a bowl with a drizzle of balsamic.
7. Enjoy!