Clean and slice leeks

Peel, wash and quarter potatoes

Add leeks, butter, salt and pepper to a microwave dish. Microwave on high for 8 minutes.

Add chicken broth, potatoes, parsley and garlic powder into a large pot or Dutch oven, boil over medium heat

Once 8 minutes are up on the microwave, add flour to leeks, mix throughly, microwave for five more minutes.

Slowly add the leek mixture to the broth stirring constantly to avoid lumps.

Continue cooking over medium heat. Adjust flavour to your taste. If too bland add broth, if too salty add water.

Cook until potatoes are soft.

Serve with ham or bacon and a fresh baguette!