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Potato Leek Soup

The simple but delicious blend of flavors in this creamy potato leek soup makes for a hearty and comforting meal that is ready in under 30 minutes!
Course Lunch, Main Dish
Cuisine American, French
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 227kcal
Author Ann Otis

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 large leeks white and light green parts only, cut in half lengthwise and sliced about 1/4 inch thick
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 lb russet potatoes cut into 1-inch pieces (about 2 medium potatoes)
  • 4 cups low sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 dried bay leaf
  • 1 sprig fresh thyme (optional)
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream optional, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Instructions

  • In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the leeks, onion and salt, and turn the heat down to medium-low. sauté until vegetables are softened but not browned, stirring frequently, about 10 minutes.
  • Raise the heat to medium high and stir in the potatoes. Add the broth, bay leaf and thyme sprig and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove from heat. Take out and discard the thyme sprig and bay leaf. Puree the soup in the pot with an immersion blender, or transfer to a regular blender and process in two batches.
  • Stir in the pepper and cream, taste, and add additional salt and pepper to taste.

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Notes

Storage tips
This soup keeps well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
If you would like to freeze this soup, it is best to do it before adding the cream. 

Nutrition

Calories: 227kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 1378mg | Potassium: 502mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1422IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 2mg