Orange Zest, Broccoli & Leek Soup

Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 50 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cups leeks, sliced
• 6 cups chicken stock
• 6 cups broccoli, cut into small pieces
• 1 cup oats, large flake
• 1 orange, zest of
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 2 cups milk
• 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (optional)
• ground pepper

Recipe

• 1 heat the oil in a soup pot on a medium heat.
• 2 add leeks and cook for 7 - 8 minutes or until softened.
• 3 add stock, broccoli, oats, orange zest, red pepper flakes, salt & pepper. bring to a boil then simmer, covered for about 30 minutes or until vegetables are soft.
• 4 stir in milk and let simmer for another 10 minutes.
• 5 garnish with cheddar cheese and pepper.