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| | | | 3 | leek | Leeks - white & pale green parts, sliced | 2 | tablespoons | olive oil, extra virgin | 1 | large | Onion, chopped | 4 | cups, cubes | Yam or sweet potato, 1 1/2 pounds peeled and diced | 4 | cups | chicken broth, low sodium, and fat free | 1/4 | teaspoon | cayenne pepper |
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| | 1 | Cut off and disczrd dark green leaves and roots from leeks. Cut each lengthwise, up to core. Rinse under running water, fanning leaves to remove any grit. Slice the leeks. | | 2 | In a large soup pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and leeks. cover and cook, stirring occasionally, 7 minutes or until soft. Add sweet potatoes or yams and broth. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 20 to 25 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender. Cool slightly. Puree soup in a blender or food processor. Blend in pepper |
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