- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ leek, finely sliced
- 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
- ¼ onion, finely chopped
- 150ml/¼ pint hot vegetable stock
- 1 tbsp double cream
- salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 slice ciabatta, griddled
- olive oil, to drizzle
- Heat the oil in a small saucepan, add the leek, garlic and onion and sauté gently for 3-4 minutes. Add the stock and simmer for five minutes. Remove from the heat and allow to cool slightly.
- Pour into a blender, add the cream and season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Blend until smooth.
- To serve, pour into a bowl and top with the griddled ciabatta and a drizzle of olive oil.