Cock-A-Leekie Soup

1. 1

   Place the fowl in a large pot with three or four of the leeks and the stock or water, if using water, add the bouquet garni, tied in a piece of cheesecloth.

2. 2

   Bring to a boil, skim and then cook gently for 2 hours or longer, until the fowl is tender, when it should be removed.

3. 3

   Clear off all the grease with paper towels.

4. 4

   Add the remainder of the leeks cut into 1 inch lengths.

5. 5

   Add salt and allspice to taste.

6. 6

   Simmer very gently until leeks are tender.

7. 7

   Half hour before serving, add the prunes, chopped.

8. 8

   Use the chicken meat in other recipes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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