Description
This comforting Creamy Leek and Potato Soup is the ultimate cozy dish for chilly evenings. With its rich, velvety texture and savory flavor, each spoonful feels like a warm embrace. Perfectly blended leeks, fluffy potatoes, and a dash of cream make this soup irresistible. Pair it with crusty bread for a satisfying meal that will warm your heart and soul!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large leeks, chopped
- 3 medium Russet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs), diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or milk)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and chop the leeks, potatoes, and onion into small pieces for quicker cooking.
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the leeks and onion; sauté until soft and fragrant (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in diced potatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to simmer for about 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth. For added texture, reserve a cup of diced potatoes before blending.
- Stir in heavy cream until well combined. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme if using. Heat gently without boiling.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with extra thyme or a drizzle of cream if desired. Serve with crusty bread for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg