Leek & Potato Soup

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Recipe Intro From katelyndshaw

Leek & Potato Soup is nutrient dense soup with an earthy flavor. Serve it with a drizzle of olive oil and garnish with fresh chive & dill.

Want more soup recipes? Try this one-pot cauliflower sage & parsley soup and this local winter squash soup.

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ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 large leeks
  • 5 cloves garlic
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried or fresh dill

Method

  • Step 1

    Slice the leeks discarding the stems & dark green leaves.

  • Step 2

    Take the white & light green and rinse in a colander.

  • Step 3

    In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat then add leeks and cook until softened.

  • Step 4

    Add garlic & cook for another minute.

  • Step 5

    Add the potatoes, dill, salt & pepper and broth. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and allow the potatoes to cook until fork tender (about 15-20 minutes).

  • Step 6

    Transfer soup to a blender (or use immersion blender) and blend soup until creamy. Do this in batches if your blender is not big enough.

  • Step 7

    Garnish with dill, chives and serve.