LIGHTER POTATO AND LEEK SOUP

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From grandma, a wholesome Depression Era soup, without butter or cream. Takes a little longer to cook, but the flavors meld into an exquisite homemade light potato and leek soup you'll make again and again. Garnish with nonfat sour cream if desired. Butter and cream lovers can add a swirl of cream and a pat of butter on top of their servings.

Provided by wamsley

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Potato Soup Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 leeks, white parts only, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, smashed
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
6 cups water
2 cubes vegetable bouillon, or more to taste
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon chili-garlic sauce
cracked black pepper to taste
5 unpeeled potatoes, diced
1 cup low-fat milk

Steps:

  • Combine leeks and 3 tablespoons olive oil in a stockpot over medium-low heat. Saute until soft, about 15 minutes, adding more oil if needed. Sprinkle flour over leeks and mash in with a wooden spoon. Reduce heat to low and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Slowly add 2 cups water, stirring constantly to create a roux. Slowly add 2 more cups water, stirring constantly. Stir in the remaining 2 cups water. Add bouillon cubes, sugar, chili-garlic sauce, and pepper. Increase heat to medium and stir occasionally until boiling.
  • Add potatoes and reduce heat to a low simmer. Cook until potatoes are soft, 45 to 60 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes or so and scraping the bottom of the pot as needed. Puree soup with an immersion blender until smooth with some chunks remaining. Stir in milk to thin and heat until warmed through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.7 calories, Carbohydrate 41.4 g, Cholesterol 3.3 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 63.1 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

Ikram Isr19
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This was my first time making potato and leek soup and it turned out great! I will definitely be making it again.


Joshua A. Krugh
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I'm always looking for new potato soup recipes and this one is a keeper. It's so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious.


Safal Gurung
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This soup is a great base for adding other ingredients. I've added cooked chicken, bacon, and even roasted vegetables.


Becca Perkins
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I'm not a huge fan of leeks, but I really enjoyed this soup. The leeks added a subtle sweetness that I really liked.


AJANG MESKIN
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's so warm and comforting.


jaybest Songs
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I love that this soup is made with healthy ingredients. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Nicholas Asamoah
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover potatoes. It's also a very affordable meal.


Ej Pittman Jr
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Rita Many
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This soup is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I love the combination of potatoes and leeks.


Agu Emmanuel
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I made this soup for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. It's definitely a keeper.


Hyra Powers
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This soup was a hit with my family! It's creamy and flavorful, and the leeks add a nice touch of sweetness. I also love that it's a healthier version of traditional potato soup.