Description
Warm up your chilly days with this creamy Potato Leek Soup Aromatic. This dish combines the subtle sweetness of leeks with the earthy flavor of potatoes, creating a velvety soup that’s both nourishing and comforting. Perfect for family gatherings or as a cozy starter, each bowl is an invitation to savor moments shared around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 large leeks, cleaned and sliced (white and light green parts only)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by washing and slicing the leeks, and dicing the potatoes.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté leeks until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in diced potatoes and vegetable broth, bringing to a boil before reducing heat to simmer for 20-25 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender; adjust consistency as desired.
- Stir in cream, season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Simmer for a few more minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg