DILLED LEEK SOUP

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This recipe came from a friend who received it from a chef who worked in a popular restaurant in Toronto in the late 70's. I adjusted it to suit my family's taste and it was a hit!-Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings (about 2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 medium leeks (white portion only), chopped
2 large onions, chopped
1/3 cup butter, cubed
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
4 cups chicken broth
4 cups cubed peeled potatoes
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup half-and-half cream
1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill
Grated Parmesan cheese and additional nutmeg, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute leeks and onions in butter until tender. Stir in mustard. Add the broth, potatoes, dill weed, pepper and nutmeg. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender., Reduce heat to low. Stir in cream and fresh dill; heat through. Garnish with Parmesan cheese and additional nutmeg if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 7g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 411mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Rebecca machuei
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This soup is a bit bland for my taste. I would add more salt and pepper next time.


Samuel Ayomide
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the creamy texture and the dill flavor.


Kendrew KW Lee
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I made this soup in a slow cooker, and it turned out perfectly. It's a great way to have a hot meal ready when you get home from work.


Samuel Wessels
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover leeks. It's also a very affordable meal to make.


Gabriel Muna
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I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make, and it's always delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Keesha Weasel
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I made this soup for my family, and they all loved it! Even my picky eater cleaned his bowl. This soup is a keeper.


Catie Goodson
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This soup is amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced, and the texture is so creamy. I will definitely be making this again.


Abdirahaman Ali
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's so delicious. I love the way the dill and leeks complement each other.


__Honey_Lemon__
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I'm not a big fan of leeks, but I really enjoyed this soup. The dill really balanced out the flavor of the leeks.


Elizah Mika
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This soup is a must-try! It's creamy, flavorful, and perfect for a cold winter day.


R K Ratul
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I love this soup! It's so flavorful and comforting. I always make a big batch so I can have leftovers for lunch the next day.


Piere Sandra
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This soup is simply delicious. The leeks and dill are a perfect match, and the creamy texture is divine. I highly recommend this recipe.


Rabi Majhi
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of leek and dill. It's the perfect soup for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Kumarzee Timilsina
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I made this soup for a dinner party, and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about how delicious it was. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Ian Johnson
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This soup was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the flavorful broth. I'll definitely be adding this recipe to my regular rotation.


Christopher Shakeel
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I'm not usually a fan of leek soup, but this recipe changed my mind! The dill added a really nice flavor, and the soup was so creamy and smooth. I'll definitely be making this again.


Magyar Telea
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This soup was incredibly delicious! The leek and dill flavors were perfectly balanced, and the creamy texture was so comforting. I served it with a side of crusty bread, and it was the perfect meal for a cold winter night.