1 1/2 lb Leeks (about 6 cups) washed,

-trimmed, and cut into 1 in. -pieces 3 c Chicken Broth

2 Apples, peeled and cut into

-1/2 inch pieces 1 Potato, peeled and thinly

-sliced 1/2 c Orange Juice

1/2 c Tomatoes, chopped

1/2 c Carrots, thinly sliced

1 tb Fresh basil OR 1 1/2 t dried

1/2 ts Curry Powder

Salt and Pepper to taste Combine all ingredients in a soup kettle. Cover and bring to a boil. Simmer 20 - 25 minutes. Remove from heat and cool slightly. Process in batches, in

a blender or processor until smooth. Reheat and serve. SOURCE: Know Your Onions SHARED BY:Jim Bodle 8/92