POTATO-LEEK SOUP

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This savory potato-leek soup is a dish we especially enjoy for dinner on a cold night. Served with hot homemade bread or rolls, it's delicious.-Patricia Wells, Riverhead, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings (about 2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/2 cups sliced leeks (white portion only)
1/2 cup butter, divided
5 cups cubed peeled potatoes
1-1/3 cups chopped carrots
3/4 cup chopped celery
1 teaspoon salt, divided
2 cups water
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups 2% milk
2 chicken bouillon cubes
Chopped chives, optional

Steps:

  • In a large Dutch oven, saute leeks in 1/4 cup butter until tender. Add potatoes, carrots, celery, 1/2 teaspoon salt and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until vegetables are tender, 20-25 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, melt remaining 1/4 cup butter. Stir in flour, pepper and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt until smooth; gradually add milk and bouillon. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir into vegetables. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until heated through. If desired, top with chopped chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 14g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 713mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

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This soup is a must-try! It's so creamy and flavorful.


Eman Nader
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This soup is so good! I'm definitely going to make it again.


Amanda Brooks
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This soup is delicious and comforting. I love the creamy texture and the flavor is perfect.


Mathew King
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Britney Saanders
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This soup is so good! It's creamy and flavorful, and the leeks add a nice touch. I would definitely recommend this soup.


Mojafor Hosain Khan
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This soup is delicious! I love the creamy texture and the flavor is perfect. I added a little bit of extra salt and pepper to taste, but otherwise I followed the recipe exactly. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Charley Johnstone
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This soup is amazing! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the leeks add a wonderful depth of flavor. I loved the addition of the bacon, which added a nice smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this soup again and again.


Sunfire Reigns
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This soup is easy to make and it's so delicious! I love the creamy texture and the flavor is perfect. I added a little bit of extra garlic and thyme, but otherwise I followed the recipe exactly. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Eberahim Kholil
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This soup is delicious! I love the creamy texture and the flavor is perfect. I added a little bit of extra salt and pepper to taste, but otherwise I followed the recipe exactly. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Adebiyi israel
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This soup is amazing! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the leeks add a wonderful depth of flavor. I loved the addition of the bacon, which added a nice smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this soup again and again.


Wakinyan Brushbreaker
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This soup is easy to make and it's so delicious! I love the creamy texture and the flavor is perfect. I added a little bit of extra garlic and thyme, but otherwise I followed the recipe exactly. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Jo Heap
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I'm not a big fan of leeks, but I decided to try this soup anyway and I'm so glad I did! The leeks are very mild in flavor and they add a nice sweetness to the soup. I also love the addition of the bacon. It adds a nice smoky flavor. I will definitel


Rex Will Rise
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This soup is delicious! I love the creamy texture and the flavor is perfect. I added a little bit of extra salt and pepper to taste, but otherwise I followed the recipe exactly. I will definitely be making this soup again.


MiC
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I made this soup last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. It's so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. The leeks and potatoes are a great combination, and the bacon adds a nice touch. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Badhun vlog tv
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This potato leek soup is amazing! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the leeks add a wonderful depth of flavor. I loved the addition of the bacon, which added a nice smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this soup again and again.