10 Leek and Potato Recipes That Go Beyond Soup

smooth potato and leek soup with chives and cream garnish
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Leeks and potatoes are a match made in vegetable heaven. The potato's mild starchiness pairs perfectly with the leek's oniony flavor. Though we've got plenty of potato-leek soups to keep you satisfied all season long, the combo is also delicious in latkes, frittatas, and more. Whether you're looking for a cozy entree or a simple side dish, find a new favorite in this collection of our best potato and leek recipes.

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Potato Leek Latkes

Make these flavorful latkes with just six ingredients: potatoes, leeks, eggs, flaxseed meal, salt, and Parmesan cheese. Recipe creator Michael Zick Doherty suggests serving with a dollop of sour cream.

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Lighter Potato and Leek Soup

Recipe creator wamsley says this budget-friendly potato and leek soup, made without butter or cream, has roots that date back to the Great Depression.

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Potato Leek Soup (Vichyssoise)

This cold potato and leek soup is filling, satisfying, and totally refreshing. Creme fraiche and heavy cream add richness, while cayenne pepper adds a touch of heat.

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Potato and Leek Frittata

Looking for an easy breakfast or brunch idea that's sure to impress? You can make this potato and leek frittata with fewer than 10 ingredients.

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Instant Pot Potato, Leek, and Carrot Soup

Instant Pot® Potato, Leek, and Carrot Soup in a blue and white bowl
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Use your Instant Pot to make this quick and easy soup with carrots, potatoes, and leeks. "The flavors are wonderful and so perfect for a cold snowy day," says reviewer Linda Kronstadt Ptaschinski.

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Potato, Leek, Carrot and Turmeric Soup

This hearty soup with carrots, leeks, potatoes, ginger, and turmeric is sure to soothe your soul. "Very tasty, comforting soup, perfect on a cold winter day or if you're feeling under the weather," according to reviewer sam13601.

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Instant Pot Leek Mashed Potatoes

Leeks add fresh flavor and a vibrant pop of color to these creamy mashed potatoes. "I made exactly as written and they turned out perfectly," says reviewer and Allrecipes Allstar Soup Loving Nicole.

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Colcannon

This traditional Irish side dish — made with potatoes, leeks, and cabbage — is as easy to make as it is to eat. "This is one of my all-time favorite comfort foods," says reviewer DJANG1, who suggests serving with roast chicken.

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Boudreaux's Cajun Potato-Leek Soup

Turn up the heat with this spicy potato and leek soup. "Really really tasty soup," raves reviewer 6patch. "Hearty and filling."

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Scallop, Leek, and Mushroom Chowder

Potatoes, leeks, and mushrooms blend beautifully in this sherry-spiked chowder flavored with thyme, garlic, cayenne pepper, and ginger.

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More Inspiration

Zucchini Leek Pho in white bowl
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Hungry for more? Explore our entire collections of Leek Recipes and Potato Recipes.

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