Beet Vichyssoise

Description
A nice thich Canadian soup healthy and full of nutritious parts ! Oh and very tasty !
 * Makes 8 servings.

Ingredients

 * 4 leeks, sliced
 * 3 beets, peeled and cubed (3 cups)
 * 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
 * 2 cloves garlic, minced
 * 1 tsp salt
 * ½ tsp pepper
 * 2 cup milk
 * 1 cup low-fat plain yogurt
 * 1 green onion, thinly sliced

Directions
Transfer to blender in batches and puree until smooth. Stir in milk. (Soup can be cooled, covered and refrigerated for up to 1 day.) Return to pot; gently heat through. Ladle into warmed bowls; swirl in dollop of yogurt and garnish with Onion.
 * 1) In large saucepan, combine 4 cups water, leeks, beets, potatoes, garlic, salt and pepper; bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 50 to 60 minutes or until beets are tender.

Note
If lactose intolerant, substitute water for milk and omit yogurt.