LOADED POTATO-LEEK SOUP

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When I was a child, my mother made potato and onion soup because it was affordable and fast. I've trimmed the calories, but it's still a comforting family favorite. -Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 6h20m

Yield 6 servings (about 1-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium leek
1-1/2 pounds potatoes (about 2 large), peeled and finely chopped
2 cups fresh cauliflowerets
3/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 teaspoons lemon juice
Sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • Finely chop white portion of leek. Cut leek greens into thin strips; reserve for topping. In a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker, combine potatoes, cauliflowerets, seasonings, broth and chopped leek. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until vegetables are tender., In a small skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add reserved leek greens; cook 3-5 minutes. Puree soup using an immersion blender. Or cool soup slightly and puree in batches in a blender. Stir in lemon juice. Top with leek greens and, if desired, sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 593mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MD Rashdul islam
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This soup was a hit with my family! Everyone loved it. It's a great soup for a cold winter day.


Terrel Hall
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This soup is amazing! It's so creamy and flavorful. I love the combination of potatoes, leeks, and bacon. I will definitely be making this soup again and again.


Ayodele Gafar
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I'm not a huge fan of leeks, but I really enjoyed this soup. The flavors were well-balanced and the soup was very creamy. I'll definitely be making it again!


Mirfan Mrehan
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Easy to make and very tasty. I used chicken broth instead of vegetable broth and it was still delicious.


Pete Jones
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This soup was absolutely delicious! The leeks and potatoes were perfectly cooked, and the bacon added a nice smoky flavor. I also loved the addition of the cheese and sour cream, which made the soup extra creamy and rich. I will definitely be making