Creamy Leek Soup

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Ingredients

1. Melt half the butter in a large saucepan, add the leeks and onion and cook gently for 5 minutes until tender.

2. Add vegetable stock and seasoning, bring to the boil, cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes.

3. Meanwhile, melt remaining butter in a saucepan, stir in flour and cook gently for 1 minute. Gradually add the milk and cream, bring to the boil, stirring until thickened.

4. Mix the sauce with the leek mixture and then puree in a blender or food processor until smooth. Return to the saucepan and reheat gently.