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Leek and Potato Soup

A velvety, golden-hued soup with a swirl of cream, showcasing the mild sweetness of leeks and the comforting heartiness of potatoes.

Total time
35 min
Servings
4
Calories
280
Protein
4g
Leek and Potato Soup
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Trim and slice leeks, then rinse thoroughly to remove grit.

  2. Step 2

    Peel and dice potatoes into small chunks.

  3. Step 3

    Melt butter in a pot and sauté leeks until soft, about 5 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Add potatoes and broth, bring to a boil, then simmer until potatoes are tender.

  5. Step 5

    Blend soup until smooth, then stir in cream and season with salt and pepper.

  6. Step 6

    Ladle into bowls and swirl extra cream on top.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot
  • immersion blender
  • chef's knife
  • cutting board
  • ladle

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