LEEK AND POTATO SOUP WITH SHRIMP

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Leeks are softened and slow-cooked with potatoes creating a savory flavor. The surprise addition of shrimp sweetens the creamy soup, making it a perfect starter course or a light dinner.

Provided by Diana71

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Swanson®

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup butter
2 medium leeks, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 (32 ounce) carton Swanson® Chicken Broth
3 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 teaspoon curry powder
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup milk
1 pound cooked shrimp, peeled, diced

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in chopped leeks and onions; cook slowly until softened, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Stir in Swanson® Chicken Broth; add potatoes. Season with curry powder; add salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil, then reduce temperature to low. Simmer 20 minutes.
  • Stir in milk; add shrimp. Heat until soup just starts to simmer again.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.1 calories, Carbohydrate 21.4 g, Cholesterol 130.8 mg, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 15.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 672.4 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

Junior Damas
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover shrimp.


dots productions
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This soup is so easy to make. I love that I can have a delicious meal on the table in less than an hour.


ilemona Ataguba
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This soup is so flavorful. I love the combination of leeks, potatoes, and shrimp.


Pram Nepana
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I love the creamy texture of this soup. It's so smooth and velvety.


Mozan khan
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover shrimp. I always have a few shrimp left over after making a seafood dinner, and this soup is a great way to use them up.


Velisiwe Ngwenya
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I'm always looking for ways to sneak more vegetables into my diet, and this soup is a great way to do that. The leeks and potatoes are packed with nutrients, and the shrimp is a good source of protein.


Mac Davis
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This soup is so easy to make, but it tastes like it took hours to prepare. I love that I can have a delicious and healthy meal on the table in less than an hour.


Marwa Mughal
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I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed the shrimp in this soup. They were cooked perfectly and added a nice briny flavor.


isaiah landry
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and it warms you up from the inside out.


kwaning shadrack
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I'm always looking for new soup recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper. It's creamy, flavorful, and easy to make.


Thakur Adhikari
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I love the simplicity of this soup. It's made with just a few ingredients, but it's so delicious and satisfying.


kavan sanders
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This is a great soup for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Narayan Khatri
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great. It was creamy and flavorful, and the shrimp were perfectly cooked.


DOSUNMU TUNJI Temitayo
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This soup is so flavorful and comforting. I love the combination of leeks, potatoes, and shrimp. It's the perfect meal for a cold night.


Lulunga Sharfiq
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I'm not a huge fan of leeks, but I really enjoyed this soup. The leeks were cooked perfectly and didn't have any bitterness.


Inday Bisaya
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This leek and potato soup with shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. I love the creamy texture and the subtle sweetness of the leeks. The shrimp add a nice briny flavor and make the soup extra special.