Potato and Leek Soup

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This creamy potato leek soup pairs perfectly with sourdough bread for a comforting meal. It tastes even better heated up the next day.

Submitted by Julie
Updated on September 2, 2024
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 15 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter

  • 2 leeks, cleaned and sliced

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

  • 1 quart chicken broth

  • 4 cups Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced

  • 2 cups heavy cream, or to taste

Directions

  1. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add leeks and season to taste with salt and pepper; cook and stir until leeks are tender, about 15 minutes.

    Melted butter with leeks and seasoning in a white bowl

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  2. Stir cornstarch into broth; pour broth into pot. Add potatoes and bring to a boil.

    Close up shot of broth and leeks

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  3. Stir in cream; reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 30 minutes. Check seasoning before serving.

    looking at a bowl full of potato and leek soup with a side of toasted bread
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Cook’s Note

Garnish with fresh thyme, sliced green onions, or with cayenne pepper if you want some heat.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

488 Calories
45g Fat
19g Carbs
4g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 488
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 45g 58%
Saturated Fat 28g 142%
Cholesterol 145mg 48%
Sodium 673mg 29%
Total Carbohydrate 19g 7%
Dietary Fiber 2g 5%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 4g 7%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 52mg 4%
Iron 0mg 2%
Potassium 71mg 2%

* 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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