Potato and Leek Soup Recipe

A white bowl of creamy potato leek soup.

Indulge in the warmth and comfort of this Potato and Leek Soup recipe, a timeless soup blending the earthy richness of potatoes with the subtle sweetness of leeks.

Course Soup

Cuisine American

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 40

Total Time 1

Servings servings

Calories 319kcal

Author Maria Vannelli (retired RD)

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
4 medium leeks white and light green parts chopped into 1-inch pieces, 4 cups
2 cloves garlic optional, smashed
7 medium potatoes peeled and cubed into ½-inch pieces, 2 pounds,
4 cups vegetable or chicken stock
2 bay leaves optional
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup whole milk or half and half
croutons and chives for serving

Instructions

Heat olive oil and butter over medium heat in a large pot or Dutch oven.
Add the coarsely sliced leeks and sauté until they are soft and translucent, about 10 minutes. Stir often to prevent browning. Add the smashed garlic cloves (if using). Sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the diced potatoes.
Pour the chicken or vegetable broth over the potatoes, ensuring they are fully covered. Add the bay leaves. Season the soup with kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste.
Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the soup until smooth and creamy. A traditional blender can also be used.
If necessary, return the soup to the pot. Stir in the cream or milk, according to your preference.
Warm the soup over low heat until heated, careful not to let it boil.
Adjust seasonings if necessary.
Garnish and enjoy!
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Notes

Total yield: 8 cups
To clean leeks, trim the root end and dark green tops, leaving the white and light green parts. Slice the leeks lengthwise, then rinse them under cold water, separating the layers to remove any dirt or grit trapped inside. Pat them dry with paper towels, then chop them into 1-inch pieces.

Please keep in mind that the nutritional information provided below is just a rough estimate and variations can occur depending on the specific ingredients used.

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