Curried Broccoli and Leek Soup

Ingredients

• 1 leek, trimmed and cleaned, thinly sliced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, chopped
• 3 teaspoons mild curry powder or curry paste
• 6 cups chicken stock
• 700 g broccoli, chopped
• 1/3 cup evaporated low-fat milk

Directions

1. 1

   In a large pan or saucepan cook the leek, onion, garlic and curry powder in half a cup of the chicken stock for about 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Add the broccoli and the remaining chicken stock.

3. 3

   Simmer for about 15 minutes.

4. 4

   Allow to cool and then blend in a food processor until smooth.

5. 5

   Stir in the evaporated milk.

6. 6

   Reheat but do not boil.