Broccoli-Leek Soup

INGREDIENTS

• 4 to 6 slices coarse country bread, each 3/4 inch
• thick, crusts removed
• 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, sliced lengthwise
• 2 Tbs. olive oil
• 2 leeks, including tender green portions,
• rinsed well and finely chopped
• 1 1/2 lb. broccoli, trimmed, florets and stalks
• cut into 1-inch pieces
• 4 cups chicken stock
• Salt and freshly ground white pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup sour cream or plain yogurt
• 2 Tbs. finely chopped fresh chives