Creamy Potato and Leek Soup
This creamy Potato and Leek Soup is a simple, modern comfort bowl made with buttery leeks, Yukon gold potatoes, and a touch of cream. Smooth, velvety, and balanced with thyme and lemon, it's the kind of soup that warms you from the inside out.
Equipment
- large pot
- Blender or immersion blender
- Knife & cutting board
- ladle
Ingredients
- 4 large leeks, white and light green parts only, sliced
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, grated
- 6 cups Leek Top Broth or vegetable broth
- 3 fresh thyme sprigs, bundled
- 1 cup milk or heavy cream
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (optional)
- Chopped fresh chives, for garnish
Instructions
- Make the broth: Combine leek tops, thyme, garlic, salt, and peppercorns in water. Simmer for 30 minutes, strain, and measure 6 cups.
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the leeks, salt, and pepper. Cook 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft.
- Add the potatoes, garlic, broth, and thyme. Simmer for 20 minutes, until the potatoes are very soft.
- Remove the thyme, then blend until smooth using an immersion blender. Stir in milk or cream and season to taste. Add lemon juice if desired.
- Serve warm, topped with chopped chives and a drizzle of cream or olive oil.
Notes
• For a lighter version, use milk instead of cream.
• Store in airtight containers up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
• To reheat, warm gently over low heat. Add broth or milk if needed.
• Pairs beautifully with garlic bread or a side of Garlic Parmesan Chicken.
• Store in airtight containers up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
• To reheat, warm gently over low heat. Add broth or milk if needed.
• Pairs beautifully with garlic bread or a side of Garlic Parmesan Chicken.
Nutrition
Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 5gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 380mgPotassium: 620mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 17mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 1.5mg