Easy Creamy Potato Leek Soup
If you're looking for a special seasonal soup recipe, you will love this Easy Creamy Potato Leek Soup!
Servings: 4
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 large leeks washed, trimmed, and finely chopped
- 4 large garlic cloves thinly sliced
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 4 large Yukon gold potatoes washed and cubed (about 2 pounds, 5 to 6 potatoes)
- 5 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon sherry vinegar optional
- Top with ¼ cup finely chopped chives
Instructions
- Heat extra-virgin olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add in your leeks, tossing to sweat and soften, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Next, add your garlic, salt, and pepper, tossing until fragrant, another 2 to 3 minutes.
- Stir in your potatoes, season with salt and pepper to taste, and add your broth.
- Bring the heat to medium, medium-low and bring this mixture to a simmer until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Transfer to a blender, or use an immersion blender until completely smooth. If using a blender, be sure to wait a couple minutes until the mixture is cool, and use the release setting to allow air to vent through.
- Transfer back to the pot and with the heat off, mix in your heavy cream and vinegar.
- Serve in soup bowls, topping with your chopped chives, a drizzle of olive oil, cream, and freshly cracked black pepper.
Notes
- Wash your Leeks: Ensure you are washing your leeks after slicing them in a bowl of water, since leeks are very dirty by nature! Dry well before tossing into the base of the soup.
- Make This Vegan and Dairy-Free: Swap the heavy cream with coconut milk (or leave it out completely).
- Vinegars: We are using sherry vinegar to finish off the soup, but you can substitute it with red wine vinegar or white wine vinegar.
- Storing: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 284kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 67mg | Sodium: 1192mg | Potassium: 69mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1501IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 0.2mg