Great Meals for a Change

Leek n' Parsnip Soup

Zesty leeks and sweet parsnips make this warming winter stoup

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp oil
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger or ½ tsp ground
• ½ lb leeks, sliced
• 1 lb parsnips
• 4 cups stock
• 1 cup white wine/ cider
• optional garnish: paprika or yogurt

Instructions:

• In a large, thick-bottomed pot, sauté leeks and ginger in oil until leeks are tender.
• Add parsnips and cook for a further 10 minutes until soft
• Add wine or cider and stock, bring to a boil
• Reduce heat, simmer for 20 minutes or so
• Blend until smooth
• Season to taste, garnish with paprika or yogurt