World Flavors Cookbook

Cock-a-Leekie Soup

A classic Scottish soup made from chicken, leeks, and prunes, slow-simmered to a rich consistency.

Cuisine: Scotland

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken
• 6 large leeks, sliced
• 1/2 cup long-grain rice
• 10 dried prunes
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Simmer the chicken in water for 1.5 hours. Remove meat and shred.
2. Add white parts of leeks and rice to the broth.
3. Simmer until rice is soft. Add shredded meat and green parts of leeks.
4. Stir in the prunes and simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Serve hot.