Tweak a Week #5 - LEEKS

Potato, Leek & Spinach Soup

• 3 large Leeks sliced (* Tips for Cleaning below)

• 1 pound new or small potatoes, halved and thinly sliced

• 4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth (I prefer Chicken Bone Broth)

• 8 ounces spinach, stemmed and chopped (Chard is nice here too!)

• 1 bunch scallions, sliced

• 1 Cup sliced Carrots

• 1 15-ounce can cannellini beans, rinsed

• ½ cup chopped fresh herbs, such as dill, chives and/or parsley

Tip: To clean Leeks:

• Cut off the dark green part. Slice off the leek's dark green end, trimming to the part where the color is a pale green. ...

• Cut off the end; slice stalk the lengthwise. ...

• Run leeks under water or chop. ...

• Swish in water and strain