PAM'S POTATO AND LEEK SOUP
One of the most comforting of all comfort foods is potato soup. And this is the recipe that I have used for years and years. So yummy and warm.
Provided by Pam Ellingson
Categories Other Main Dishes
Time 1h5m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. If you want to use the optional bacon, start by frying the bacon bits in a large stockpot until crisp. Remove bacon bits and reserve. (If there is more than a few tablespoons of bacon grease, drain some off.) Saute the leeks and celery in the bacon grease until soft and translucent. If you prefer to make the soup without bacon, simply saute the vegetables in a combination of butter and oil (about 2 Tbsp each) until soft.
- 2. Add the cubed potatoes, broth and just enough water to cover the potatoes. (Sometimes I add a tiny bit of turmeric, a couple of pinches or so, to the pot to enhance the buttery golden color) Bring to a boil and then turn to medium and cook until potatoes are tender. Partially mash some of the potatoes and set the pot aside to make the roux in the microwave.
- 3. In a small microwaveable bowl, melt the butter and stir in the flour. Microwave for another minute, stirring half way through to cook out the raw taste.
- 4. Add the milk to the stockpot and heat through. Stir in the roux vigorously and bring back to a low boil to thicken. Add the cream and stir. If the soup is too thin, you can either make a little more roux, or add some instant potato flakes or mash the potato chunks a little more to thicken. If too thick, add some more milk or even chicken broth.
- 5. Let the soup simmer on very low temp, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking or burning, for 10 to 15 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste. Because the bacon and the chicken broth both have salt, you will need to determine how much to add for your preference. I use quite a bit because the potatoes really take up a lot of salt.
- 6. Return the bacon to the stockpot or use it as a garnish on bowls of the soup. You can also garnish with some fresh chopped chives or some green onion tops finely chopped, or the ultimate in decadence, with a little dab of butter that melts in the center of the bowl.
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Masum Billah
m@hotmail.comThis soup is a keeper!
thatkidtreydian
thatkidtreydian13@yahoo.comI'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new family favorite.
Ahmed Naeem
n_ahmed24@gmail.comThis was the best potato soup I've ever had. Thanks for sharing the recipe!
Alex Millner
millner.alex@gmail.comI would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves potato soup.
Interested creative
interested.creative62@yahoo.comThis soup is perfect for a cold winter day.
Jesutofunmi Dele-akpan
d.j@gmail.comI served the soup with a side of crusty bread and it was the perfect meal.
Smith Ebuka
ebuka@hotmail.co.ukI added a cup of shredded cheddar cheese to the soup and it was amazing!
Gospel Radiobim
radiobim.g@gmail.comI'm a vegetarian, so I used vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. The soup was still delicious.
Mohit poudel
m_p30@yahoo.comI made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out perfectly. I just threw all the ingredients in the pot and let it cook on low for 8 hours.
Hamza Kamran
hamzak@hotmail.frThis soup was a bit too rich for my taste. I would cut back on the butter and cream next time.
Amit Rasaili
arasaili54@gmail.comI thought the soup was too thick. I would add more broth next time.
Sagar Sherpa
s-s@gmail.comThe soup was a bit bland for my taste. I would add more salt and pepper next time.
Jasim Al Hasan
a.jasim@hotmail.comThis soup was creamy and flavorful. I highly recommend it.
Mrsquare Fromtz
mrsquare.fromtz53@gmail.comI made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!
JENIFFER MARTHA
m.jeniffer51@hotmail.comThis soup was so easy to make and it tasted amazing. I will definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of recipes.
Olwethu Mofokeng
o_m@hotmail.comI followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great. I especially loved the addition of the leeks.
riaz amran
amranr@gmail.comThis soup was absolutely delicious! The flavors of the potatoes, leeks, and broth came together perfectly.