Category, , DifficultyIntermediate

Potato Leek Soup. Healthy style. This recipe, adapted from www.onceuponachef.com, could not be more delicious and nutritious.

Yields10 Servings
Prep Time10 minsCook Time40 minsTotal Time50 mins
 3 leeks
 ½ cup butter
 5 russet potatoes
 6 cups low sodium chicken broth
 1 cup evaporated milk
 dried thyme, for garnish
 salt, to taste
 pepper, to taste
1

Cut off and discard the greenes of the leeks

2

Cut the leeks lengthwise and wash well to remove any dirt

3

Thinly slice the whites of the leeks

4

Peel and cube the potatoes

5

Place leeks and butter in a large pot and cook over medium heat until leeks are tender without becoming brown, about 5 to 7 minutes

6

Add potatoes, broth, salt, and pepper to the pot

7

Bring to a boil and then turn down heat

8

Cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 30 minutes

9

Using a blender or immersion blender, blend soup to desired consistency

10

If using a blender, return to pot, add evaporated milk, and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes

11

Serve and enjoy

Nutrition Facts

10 servings

Serving size

1.5 c


Amount per serving
Calories194
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g15%
Saturated Fat 6.7g34%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 28.4mg10%
Sodium 760mg34%
Total Carbohydrate 20.3g8%
Dietary Fiber 1.6g6%
Total Sugars 2.9g
Protein 5.8g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

 3 leeks
 ½ cup butter
 5 russet potatoes
 6 cups low sodium chicken broth
 1 cup evaporated milk
 dried thyme, for garnish
 salt, to taste
 pepper, to taste

Directions

1

Cut off and discard the greenes of the leeks

2

Cut the leeks lengthwise and wash well to remove any dirt

3

Thinly slice the whites of the leeks

4

Peel and cube the potatoes

5

Place leeks and butter in a large pot and cook over medium heat until leeks are tender without becoming brown, about 5 to 7 minutes

6

Add potatoes, broth, salt, and pepper to the pot

7

Bring to a boil and then turn down heat

8

Cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 30 minutes

9

Using a blender or immersion blender, blend soup to desired consistency

10

If using a blender, return to pot, add evaporated milk, and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes

11

Serve and enjoy

Notes

Healthy Potato Leek Soup