Roasted Acorn Squash and Leek Soup

from Skinnytaste.com INGREDIENTS 2 small or 1 large acorn squash1 tbsp butter, vegans use olive oil1 about 1 cup large leek, light green and white part only4 cups fat free, low sodium chicken broth or vegetable stock2 tbsp pepitas (raw pumpkin seeds)2 tbsp chopped chives INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 350°.Cut acorn squash in half and bake until tender, about 40 - 45 minutes. Remove from the oven.Meanwhile, discard … Continue reading Roasted Acorn Squash and Leek Soup

Cream of Leek and Kale Soup

from jenniferskitchen.com Ingredients 2 leeks, cut into thin slices1 medium onion, diced4 stalks celery, diced2 tablespoons olive oil3 to 4 medium potatoes3 cups water or very mild broth - divided1 teaspoon dried onion1 teaspoon dried parsley1/4 teaspoon celery salt1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic1/8 teaspoon dried thymepinch dried sage1 1/2 cups chopped fresh kale1 cup plain, unsweetened non-dairy … Continue reading Cream of Leek and Kale Soup

Panade

From the NY Times, 12 Sep 2010 6 tablespoons butter 2 leeks, white parts only, finely chopped (about 1½ cups) 6 cups whole milk Salt 4-6 slices day-old country bread, each 1 inch thick 1 small butternut squash (about 1 pound), peeled, seeded and cut into ¼-inch-thick slices 1 bunch kale, collards, or Swiss chard, center … Continue reading Panade