Potato Leek Soup

About as simple as it gets. Inspired by a recipe from SimplyRecipes.com and ideas from trying other things.

1. In skillet, cook 5 - 6 slices of bacon until crisp
2. Remove and place onto paper towel

In same skillet on medium heat...

1. Add 1 Tbsp of dairy-free margarine
2. About 4 cups of chopped leeks (white and light green part)
3. Add 1 tsp dried parsley (if you have fresh, then shop it and add it after soup is blended)
4. Add pepper to taste
5. Saute about 5 minutes
6. Add 2 cups of chicken broth

Transfer to large pot

1. Add 2 more cups of chicken broth
2. Add three large potatoes, peeled and cubed
3. Add one small strip of bacon
4. Bring to boil
5. Simmer for about 40 minutes or until potatoes have softened
6. Blend
7. Add salt to taste and stir

I didn't feel any need to add rice milk or anything. The soup turned out to be the perfect consistency. I'm curious how it might be with some finely diced carrots. Adding cubed ham may be nice, as well.