Creamy Potato and Leek Soup Recipe
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Creamy Potato and Leek Soup

By: Michele Hodge 
"A quick and easy soup that tastes great. I like to take a potato masher and roughly mash some of the potatoes. This helps to thicken the soup. I also like to use seasoned chicken broth. You can use heavy cream or half-and-half, depending on how rich you want the soup to be."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.5 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (118)

Prep Time:
20 Min
Cook Time:
20 Min
Ready In:
40 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 6 potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
  • 2 leeks, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons margarine
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream

Directions

  1. In a medium pot over medium heat, combine the potatoes and broth and allow to simmer for 20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
  2. In a separate skillet over medium heat, saute the leeks in the butter or margarine for 5 to 10 minutes, or until tender. Add the leeks and the cream to the potatoes and stir well. (Note: This is the point I like to take a potato masher and slightly thicken the soup.)

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 614 | Total Fat: 35.9g | Cholesterol: 122mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 21, 2004 by LINDA MCLEAN   view full review
Good recipe, however, I made a few changes. After slicing I put three chopped leeks and an...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 11, 2003 by TONI AND CHUCK   view full review
I sauteed the leeks in bacon grease for the added flavor... and the second time I made this...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 14, 2007 by Iman   view full review
Such an amazing soup. I used 4 potatoes, and 1 big white onion. put them in the boiling water...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 16, 2005 by PCAVINE   view full review
This was my first time to make potato and leek soup and this recipe was SUPER easy. I did use...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 22, 2005 by Christina   view full review
Excellent and very easy to make!! I did add celery and onion to the mix and thought it added...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on May 13, 2006 by L.Coombs   view full review
This soup is delicious and filling, a meal by itself. I used whole milk instead of cream and a...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 31, 2006 by ROOKIE COOKIE   view full review
This was the first time I've use leeks and was plesantly surprised how tasty they are. Next...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 11, 2004 by GENIEMCD   view full review
Excellent easy soup. Like some of the other reviews, I added salt,fresh ground pepper, and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 11, 2003 by BFLOGIRL Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I used half and half and the soup was still rich and very tasty.
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 11, 2003 by TANYA M   view full review
Great soup! Even my picky grandmother enjoyed this one. Very easy...I will definately make it...

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