Cream of Kale & Leek Soup
Cover Recipe: Soup That Warms The Soul, Winter 2020…
Puree
8 cups kale, chopped
1 cup onion, chopped
1/2 cup leek, sliced white parts
1/2 cup celery
5 cloves garlic
8 cups chicken broth
Simmer covered 20 minutes then blend for puree.
Roux
1 cube butter, melted
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Heat on stove top to cook the flour. (2-3 minutes on medium)
Add 5 cups of Kale puree to the roux and stir, then simmer 10 minutes and serve.
Garnish: fried leeks, shaved parmesan, croutons, kale chips
Photo by: Dakota Jacobi