Step #2 Slice the leeks into fine shreds & place this into soup pot along with the butter, garlic & thyme, stir, cover & let slowly cook this until the leeks become softened slightly.
Step #3 Add the chickpeas to the leeks with the chicken stock & potatoes.
Step #4 Bring to a boil then simmer for about half & hr or until the potatoes are well cooked.
Step #5 If the soup is to thick, thin it down with a little boiling water.
Step #6 Break up the chickpeas & pieces of potato to thicken it slightly.
Step #7 Spice up the soup with salt & pepper
Garnish with grated parmesan cheese & drizzle on some olive oil.