Garlic Chowder
Photo: flickr user nate steiner
Ingredients
2 ounces Olive oil
4 ounces Bacon, diced (optional)
2 mediums Onions, diced
head celery, diced
1 bn Fresh leeks, cleaned and chopped
5 Heads roasted garlic
2 tablespoons Fresh thyme
3 mediums Potatoes, peeled and diced
6 cups Chicken stock
Salt and white pepper to taste
1 cup Heavy cream (optional)
cup Chopped fresh parsley
Preparation
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In a large pot, heat olive oil. Saute the bacon and add the onions, celery, and leeks. Remove the roasted garlic cloves from the head by squeezing the roasted head. Add cloves to the pot. Add thyme, potaotes, and chicken stick. Bring to a simmer and cook until potatoes are tender (about 30 minutes). Season with salt and pepper. Add cream and parsley. Remove from heat and serve.
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Yield:
6.0 servings
Added:
Friday, February 12, 2010 - 2:49am