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Comforting Potato Leek Soup Recipe

Potato Leek Soup

A warm bowl of potato leek soup is a heartwarming dish that's quick and easy to prepare, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a comforting weekend meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 4 medium potatoes peeled and diced
  • 3 leeks leeks cleaned and sliced
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh chives or parsley for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Immersion Blender
  • Blender

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sliced leeks, and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Add the diced potatoes to the pot and stir to combine with the leeks and onions.
  3. Step 3: Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  4. Step 4: Once the potatoes are cooked, use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a blender and blend until smooth.
  5. Step 5: Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat through for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Serve hot, garnished with fresh chives or parsley if desired.

Notes

Store any leftover soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also freeze it for longer storage.