Corn Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan.
2. 2
   Add milk, corn and salt, cook just until corn is tender.
3. 3
   Strain cooking liquid into a bowl and set corn aside.
4. 4
   Heat butter in same saucepan and saute celery, onion and leek until softened.
5. 5
   Blend in flour, cook until bubbly.
6. 6
   Stir in reserved corn cooking liquid.
7. 7
   Bring to a boil, then partially cover and let simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
8. 8
   Place corn and liquid in food processor or blender and puree in batches until smooth.
9. 9
   Return to saucepan and add cream.
10. 10
    Adjust seasonings with salt and pepper to taste.
11. 11
    Reheat until piping hot.