LEEK AND POTATO SOUP

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"Soups featuring potatoes and leeks are popular in Scotland, where I first tasted this dish in a cozy pub," Laura Sebranek of Green Bay, Wisconsin recalls. "For variety, add a cup of cooked lentils," she suggests.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups cubed peeled potatoes
1 medium leek (white and 1 inch of green portion), thinly sliced
1 medium turnip, peeled and cubed
1 celery rib with leaves, chopped
1/4 cup shredded carrot
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup diced fully cooked lean ham
1 teaspoon reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/4 cups fat-free milk
3/4 cup fat-free evaporated milk

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the first eight ingredients and add enough water just to cover. Bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, over medium heat for 15-20 minutes or until tender., Meanwhile, in a microwave-safe bowl, microwave butter until melted. Stir in cornstarch, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk and evaporated milk. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 8-10 minutes or until thickened and bubbly, stirring every 2 minutes. Stir into vegetable mixture.

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Kyeyune Joshua
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This soup is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Latifa Klm
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's so delicious! I've already made it twice this week.


Jasmine Pacheco
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I'm not a big fan of soups, but this one is really good. It's creamy and flavorful, and the leeks add a nice touch.


DANIEL EROMOSELE
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Eathan Chipps
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I love the simplicity of this soup. It's made with just a few simple ingredients, but it's so flavorful.


Jaqueline Santoyo
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This soup is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner.


Vickie Bell
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover potatoes.


Jonathan Nast
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I love this soup! It's so creamy and flavorful. I always add a bit of extra cheese to mine.


Sara khaled ashlaq
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's so delicious! I've already made it twice this week.


Kayla White
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I made this soup for my vegetarian friend, and she loved it! It's a great option for those with dietary restrictions.


Rizwan Gg
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This soup is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Ezihle Ncwana
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I'm not a huge fan of leeks, but this soup changed my mind. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Frank George
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This soup was a hit at my dinner party. Everyone raved about it!


Chompa Chompa
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This soup is so easy to make and so flavorful. I love that it's a one-pot meal, too.


Umar Prince
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My family loved this soup! I added a bit of extra garlic and pepper to taste, and it was perfect.


Joes littlesis
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This soup was absolutely delicious! The flavors of the leeks, potatoes, and herbs blended together perfectly. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out beautifully. Will definitely be making this again!


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