Real Potato Leek Soup

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This fresh leek and baby potato soup is made with chicken broth and milk, and seasoned with salt and pepper. It can be made even better with the addition of crumbled bacon.

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Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 15 mins
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 18 small red new potatoes

  • 6 cups chicken broth

  • 3 leeks, chopped

  • 3 tablespoons butter

  • 2 cups milk

  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Place potatoes into a large saucepan with water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook until tender. Meanwhile, sauté leeks in butter until translucent.

  2. When potatoes are done, skin them while they are still hot and cut them into bite-sized pieces. Place potatoes into a stock pot with chicken broth and leeks. Season with salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat until simmering, then remove from heat and stir in milk. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

400 Calories
6g Fat
78g Carbs
10g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 400
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g 8%
Saturated Fat 4g 18%
Cholesterol 20mg 7%
Sodium 796mg 35%
Total Carbohydrate 78g 28%
Dietary Fiber 7g 24%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 10g 19%
Vitamin C 49mg 54%
Calcium 110mg 8%
Iron 2mg 10%
Potassium 1458mg 31%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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