Description
Cozy Creamy Potato and Leek Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for any occasion. This velvety and rich soup combines sweet leeks and hearty Yukon Gold potatoes, creating a warm hug in a bowl. Ideal for chilly evenings or whenever you crave something soothing, it’s versatile enough to serve as a starter or main dish. Easy to prepare, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or croutons for a complete meal that will leave you feeling cozy and satisfied.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium leeks, cleaned and sliced
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (about 1 pound), diced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme (optional)
Instructions
- Clean leeks thoroughly under cold water and slice thinly. Set aside.
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté leeks for about 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Add diced potatoes to the pot and stir for 2 minutes to combine flavors.
- Pour in vegetable broth until vegetables are covered (approximately 4 cups). Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for about 20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Blend the soup using an immersion blender until smooth or transfer to a traditional blender (be cautious with hot liquids).
- Stir in heavy cream, season with salt and pepper, and heat gently without boiling again.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg