Potato Leek Soup Recipe
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4.9
Potato Leek Soup Recipe
Description
Potato Leek Soup Recipe combines leeks, white onion, and russet potatoes cooked in chicken or vegetable broth to create a hearty base. A roux made from butter and flour adds subtle richness and helps thicken the soup. After simmering until the potatoes are tender, the soup is blended smooth with milk to achieve a creamy consistency. This thoughtful preparation results in a balanced flavor profile where the mild sweetness of leeks and onion complements the starchy potatoes.
The soup’s texture is velvety and light, making it a soothing choice for colder days or when a gentle meal is desired. It can be served simply as a light lunch or starter, optionally garnished with fresh chives for a slight oniony freshness and color contrast.
Careful cleaning of the leeks is essential to remove grit. Using an immersion blender preserves the ease of preparation, and seasoning is adjusted at the end to suit taste. The option to use vegetable broth allows this recipe to cater to vegetarian preferences.
Ingredients
- 4 medium leek dark green stems removed
- 1/2 large white onion (chopped)
- 2 medium russet potato peeled and cut into cubes
- 1 tablespoon flour (use AP gluten free flour for GF)
- 1 tbsp butter
- 4 cups chicken broth (or use vegetable broth for vegetarians)
- 1/2 cup milk 2%
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- chive optional for garnish, fresh
Instructions
- Wash leeks very carefully to remove all grit. I usually cut them horizontally and separate the rings to make sure no dirt remains. Coarsely chop them when washed.
- In a medium soup pot, melt the butter and add the flour on low heat.
- Using a wooden spoon, mix well. This will thicken your soup and give it a wonderful flavor.
- Add chicken broth, leeks, onion, potatoes and bring to a boil.
- Cover and simmer on low for about 20-25 minutes, until potatoes are soft.
- Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth adding the milk and adjusting salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 133 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 11/2 cups | |
| Calories | 133kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 23.5g | 8% |
| Protein | 4.5g | 9% |
| Fat | 2.5g | 4% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5g | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 416mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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