Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1      Cup           Whole Garlic Cloves -- peeled
   4      Tbs           Olive Oil -- divided
   4                    Leeks, Sliced Thin -- (white parts only)
   2                    Fennel Bulbs -- diced
   8      Cups          Vegetable Stock
   1      Lb            Potatoes -- peeled and diced
   2      Tbs           Fresh Thyme Leaves -- chopped fine
   2                    Bay Leaves
                        Salt And Pepper -- to taste
                        Dairy Sour Cream Or Yogurt

Preparation:

Place garlic cloves in small baking pan; add 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of the olive oil and stir to coat well. Roast at 325 F for 20 minutes or until golden. In large heavy saucepan heat remaining 2 tbs (30 ml) oil over medium heat. Add leeks and fennel; saute until mixture begins to colour, about 10 minutes. Add stock, potatoes, roasted garlic, thyme and bay leaves; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 40 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Remove bay leaves and discard. Puree soup, in batches, in food processor or blender. Return to sauce pan and heat through. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt.