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Easy Creamy Potato Leek Soup

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Creamy Potato Leek Soup is a comforting, velvety dish combining sweet leeks and hearty potatoes in a smooth, rich broth. Perfect for chilly evenings, this soup is both satisfying and flavorful, ideal as a main course or appetizer.

Ingredients

  1. 3 large leeks, cleaned and sliced (white and light green parts only)
  2. 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (or olive oil for a dairy-free option)
  3. 4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
  4. 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced (Yukon Gold or Russet work well)
  5. 2 cloves garlic, minced
  6. 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
  7. 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  8. 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
  9. Salt, to taste
  10. Fresh parsley or chives for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Slice the leeks and rinse thoroughly to remove any dirt. Set aside.

  1. In a large pot, melt butter (or heat olive oil) over medium heat. Add sliced leeks and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes, until soft and translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add diced potatoes, vegetable broth, thyme, and black pepper to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.
  3. Blend the soup using an immersion blender until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a blender (be cautious as it’s hot!). For a chunkier texture, blend only half the soup and leave some pieces intact.
  4. Stir in heavy cream (or half-and-half) to achieve a creamy consistency. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley or chives, and serve with crusty bread for dipping.

Notes

  2. To make it vegan, use olive oil and substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or almond milk.
  3. Enhance flavor with rosemary or bay leaves during the simmering process, but remove before blending.
  4. Top with shredded Gruyère, cheddar, or Parmesan for added richness.

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