Potato and Leek Soup for Vasilisa the Beautiful

I recently asked you for inspiration - which recipe to use for the Russian fairy tale about Vasilisa the Beautiful. I received some kind emails from you all, thank you so much!

So I have decided upon potato and leek soup. The Russians have a lot of recipes for potato soup with various ingredients added, whether mushroom, cabbage etc. 

This Russian potato and leek soup is perfect for this upcoming winter time. 

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, sliced
• 225g/8oz potatoes, cubed
• 3 medium leeks,sliced
• 150ml/5fl oz double cream or milk
• Freshly ground black pepper
  
  
  
  
  Slice the onion, potatoes and leeks.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  Heat the oil in a large pan and add the onions, potatoes and leeks. Cook for 3-4 minutes until starting to soften.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  Add water and bring to the boil. Season with pepper and simmer until the vegetables are tender.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  Stir in the cream or milk/ I have used milk here.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  Now you can either serve it like this or mix it all with a hand blender until smooth. 
  
  
  Enjoy!