POTATO-LEEK SOUP WITH CHEESE

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Provided by Julia Shure

Categories     Soup/Stew     Milk/Cream     Potato     Sauté     Cheddar     Cream Cheese     Leek     Carrot     Fall     Winter     Dill     Bon Appétit     California

Yield Makes 8 first-course or 4 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
1 large leek (white and pale green parts only), thinly sliced
1 large garlic clove, minced
4 large potatoes (about 2 1/4 pounds), peeled, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 large carrots, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4 cups low-salt chicken broth
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill or 1 tablespoon dried
3/4 cup milk
4 ounces cream cheese
1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese (about 3 ounces)
Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Additional grated sharp cheddar cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Melt butter in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add leek and garlic; sauté until tender but not brown, about 4 minutes. Add potatoes and carrots; sauté 5 minutes longer. Add chicken broth and dill; simmer uncovered until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Add milk to soup. Transfer half of soup to blender. Add cream cheese and blend until smooth. Return soup to pot. Add 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese and stir over low heat until melted. Season soup to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Chill. Bring to simmer before serving.) Transfer to large serving bowl. Garnish soup with chopped fresh parsley and additional grated sharp cheddar cheese, if desired.

Davidson Noah
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Overall, this is a good recipe for a basic potato leek soup. However, it could be improved with a few tweaks.


Fakhar Islam
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The soup was too salty for me. I would recommend using less salt or omitting it altogether.


Aqib Aqibqurashi
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This soup is a bit bland for my taste. I would recommend adding some more spices or herbs to it.


Jaggujani 091
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I'm a vegetarian and I love this soup. It's so flavorful and satisfying, even without any meat.


deblair moret
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I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out perfectly. It was so easy and convenient.


Mdmiraj Ctg
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This is my new favorite soup recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Dr Yamin
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I'm not usually a fan of leeks, but this soup changed my mind. It was so good, I couldn't stop eating it!


Christy Mccree
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This soup is a must-try for leek and potato lovers. It's creamy, flavorful, and perfect for a cold day.


Eddie Keyes
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Easy to follow recipe, and the end result was delicious!


James Fritze
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Overall, this is a great recipe for a simple and flavorful soup. I would definitely recommend it to others.


LION GaMeR
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The soup was a bit too thick for my taste, so I added a little extra broth. Other than that, it was delicious!


Esther Iraguha
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the leeks and potatoes give it a nice earthy flavor.


Sophie Serunya
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I wasn't sure about the cheese at first, but it really made the soup. It added a creaminess and richness that took it to the next level.


Dimpho Crisp
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use simple ingredients that I usually have on hand.


Zaid Afridi
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I made this soup for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again.


Orlando Wright
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Followed the recipe and it turned out great!


Oluwatoyin Adeyemi
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This soup was incredibly delicious and flavorful! I was amazed at how easy it was to make, and the end result was a hearty and comforting dish. The leek and potato combination was perfect, and the melted Gouda cheese added a wonderfully rich flavor.