POTATO & LEEK SOUP

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This has been a family favorite for years. I used to make a big pot and my friends would all come over for a bowl!

Provided by Shandobando

Categories     Potato

Time 1h20m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons margarine
2 medium leeks or 2 medium onions, chopped
2 lbs potatoes, peeled and sliced
3 cups milk
5 1/2 cups chicken stock
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
1/2 teaspoon celery seeds or 1/2 teaspoon celery salt (don't worry if you have neither)
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup light cream
salt & freshly ground black pepper
4 tablespoons cornstarch
4 tablespoons cold water
1/2 cup chopped fresh chives
6 slices lean bacon, crisply fried and chopped or crumbled

Steps:

  • In a 6 to 8 quart stockpot melt the butter and gently cook the leeks or onions, being careful not to let the leek or onion brown.
  • Add the peeled and sliced potatoes, the milk, the stock,& the herbs.
  • Cover and simmer gently for about an hour or until potatoes are completely cooked through.
  • Stir together cornstarch and water.
  • Mix thoroughly.
  • Add to soup, stirring constantly to avoid lumping.
  • Cook for 5-10 minutes more, stirring occasionally, then puree the soup.
  • Add the cream and gently heat, but do not boil.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve with garnishes.

CRYPTO MINER
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I can't wait to try this soup!


Zachary Volkov
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This is a great recipe for beginners.


Gibson Simon
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I'm definitely going to make this soup again.


Maleselathomas Thomas
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day.


Razon Ahmmed
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I love the addition of the leeks in this soup. They really add a nice flavor.


Awais Bagriii
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I've made this soup several times and it always turns out great. It's a keeper!


Likhonislam Rifat
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This soup is so creamy and flavorful. I highly recommend it.


Asmita Gharti
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I made this soup for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it all up.


liqhame leque
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This is the best potato leek soup I've ever had!


CCS Security Pros, Inc.
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out perfect.


odean brown
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Trinity Sylling
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Solomon “Solomon65432” Aondoan
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This soup is delicious! I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Zahid Rafiq
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This potato leek soup was a hit! It was creamy, flavorful, and packed with vegetables. I especially loved the addition of the leeks, which gave the soup a nice depth of flavor.