Avo Julia's Potato Leek Soup

This soup was one my late great grandmother Julia used to make often, and even though its a pretty standard soup that most people make, in my family it has forever been known as Julia's soup, plus its a really healthier version than most since it has no cream or milk.  Soup is kind of a big deal in my family, as it is for most Portuguese families.  Sunday family feasts are never complete without a soup, and right now with this awfully cold weather, there is nothing better than a warm bowl.  Makes me think of small tables with too many people, with everyone talking over each other, with baskets and baskets of bread and butter, and family, a sight alone that could warm my heart.

Ingredients:
4 to 6 large potatoes
1 large onion
4 cloves of garlic
5 to 6 cups of chicken stock (although I honestly used just plain water cause I didn't have any stock at home, and it really doesn't change the integrity of soup)
3 leeks
2 tablespoons of olive oil
salt to taste

This is a super easy preparation.  Simply boil the potatoes, onion, and garlic in the stock.  Once soft, blend with a hand blender, and add more water if it turns out a little too thick (about 2 cups worth).  Add the 3 leeks sliced and let the soup come to a boil again.  Right at the end add the olive oil.

Enjoy with warm bread, and someone you love.