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Healthy Potato Leek Soup

Yields10 ServingsPrep Time10 minsCook Time40 minsTotal Time50 mins

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

Healthy Potato Leek Soup

 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.