Instructions: Heat the oil in a saucepan and add the onion and leek. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes over medium to high heat. Add 3 cups water, the salt, and the potatoes, and bring to a boil. Meanwhile, wash the pods and discard any damaged ones. Add the pods to the saucepan, bring the mixture to a boil again, and boil, covered, for 30 minutes. Push the mixture through a food mill. (You should have about 5+1/2 cups.) Add the butter and mix until it has melted. Serve the soup as is, or with croutons, if desired. Nutrional

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