Creamy Potato Leek Soup

== Description ==
This is a wonderful first couse for an Italian dinner and versatile enough to partner with just a salad. A snap to make, but tastes gourmet!
== Ingredients ==
* ½ 	cup sliced leeks, washed well
* 2 	cans chicken broth
* 4 	medium potatoes, cut in 1" cubes
* 1 	onion, diced
* ¾ 	cup heavy cream
* ½ 	teaspoon pepper
* ½ 	teaspoon salt
* 1 	teaspoon dried thyme
* ½	teaspoon celery seeds
* ⅛ 	teaspoon garlic powder
== Directions ==
# Bring broth to a boil and reduce to medium.
# Add leeks, potatoes, and onion.
# Simmer, covered, 25–30 minutes.
# Add seasonings and cream.
# Simmer 5 minutes more.
# Slightly mash with a potato masher to desired consistency.
# Serve with salad and crusty bread.
Category:Italian Soups
Category:Dinner Recipes
Category:Leek Soup Recipes
Category:Potato Recipes
Category:Leek Recipes