Jacques Pépin's Rustic Leek and Potato Soup

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INGREDIENTS
Serves 4
1 tablespoon peanut or vegetable oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large leek, damaged outer leaves discarded, split, washed, and finely minced (3 cups)
1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and held in cold water
4 cups (1 quart) homemade chicken stock or canned low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or chervil
1/2 cup grated Gruyère cheese or a dollop of softened unsalted butter (optional)
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