Root Vegetable Soup

Ingredients

• water
• 2 medium potatoes (peeled and diced)
• 2 medium sweet potatoes (peeled and diced)
• 2 turnips (diced)
• 2 carrots (peeled and sliced)
• 3 tablespoons oil
• 2 leeks (cleaned and sliced)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2l low sodium chicken stock
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 2 cups low fat milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/3 cup grated cheddar cheese
• 4 spring onions (finely chopped)
• 3 tablespoons coriander (chopped)

Preparation

1. add water to a large pot and steam the vegetables till soft.
2. in another pan over medium heat, add the leeks and garlic. sauté for 5 minutes.
3. add the cooked vegetables and stock.
4. combine the flour and milk in a bowl. add to the pan and stir well.
5. cook for 5 minutes, season well with salt and pepper.
6. remove from heat and blend well.
7. serve with a sprinkle of cheese, spring onions and coriander.