2 large leeks, trimmed
3 tbsp butter
1 tbsp chopped thyme
1 ½ tsp salt
¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
1 tbsp lemon zest
2 cups heavy cream
¼ tsp smoked paprika
2 cloves garlic, finely grated on a rasp
1 ½ lbs Rock Harbour fresh haddock filets
Chopped parsley & croutons, preferably homemade, to serve
Cut leeks in half lengthwise. Run under cool water to clean, being sure to rinse between the layers. Cut crosswise into ½-inch slices.
Set a large pot over medium heat. Melt butter, add leeks, salt, pepper, and thyme. Cook 4 minutes, stirring from time to time. Pour 2 cups water over top, cover and simmer 8 minutes or until leeks are very tender.
Add lemon zest, cream, paprika, and garlic. Let boil 2 minutes to marry flavours.
Meanwhile, cut fish into generous bite-size chunks.
Nestle fish into cream. Simmer 2 minutes. Remove from heat, cover and let stand 3 minutes longer. Divide between 4 bowls. Serve each with a sprinkling of parsley and a handful of croutons.