Broccoli, Leek and Apple Soup
I made this because the name of the soup sounded so "weird". I have made creamy broccoli soup for many years but never thought of adding apple to the soup. Apple has such a clean flavor to it, I decided that if it didn't improve it, it certainly wouldn't harm it. I made it for the upcoming Jewish holidays and I have not tasted it yet. I will have to get back to you with a report on what the apple does, if anything. Broccoli, Leek and Apple Soup (Adapted from Cookstr) Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, thinly sliced 2 leeks (white and green parts) diced 2 Granny Smith apples 1 bunch broccoli, trimmed and cut into small dice (about 3 cups) 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth 2 potatoes, peeled and diced Pinch of cayenne pepper Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Fresh chives, for garnish Method: Heat the oil in a large soup pot over low heat. Add the onion and leeks, cover, and cook ...