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Potato Leek Soup Recipe

Potato leek soup is also known as Potage Parmentier in France. This classic creamy soup is made with butter, garlic, potatoes, leeks, broth, and herbs. Add a drizzle of cream to finish the soup and make it even richer. In this blog post, learn how to make potato leek soup with step by step pictures and video.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
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Total Time 55 minutes
Course Soups
Cuisine French
Servings 4 servings
Calories 207 kcal

Equipment

Cooking pot
Blender

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon Butter
  • 6 cloves Garlic peeled
  • 1 large Leek chopped finely
  • 1 large Potato peeled & cubed
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon White Pepper Powder to taste
  • 4 cups Veg Stock
  • ¼ cup Cream

For Garnishing

  • 2 tablespoon Fresh Parsley chopped finely

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot, melt the butter or heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and saute for a min.
  • Add the sliced leeks to the pot and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become soft and fragrant.
  • Add the peeled and cubed potatoes to the pot and stir them with the leeks for a minute or two.
  • Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth, ensuring that the potatoes and leeks are fully submerged. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 20 to 25 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and easily mashed with a fork.
  • Sprinkle in salt, white pepper powder and dried thyme.
  • Remove the pot from the heat and allow the soup to cool slightly.
  • Use an immersion blender or transfer the soup to a blender or food processor to puree it until smooth. Be cautious when blending hot liquids and work in batches if necessary.
  • Return the pureed soup to the pot. Reheat the soup gently over low heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
  • Stir in the heavy cream or milk, if desired, to add extra creaminess.
  • Serve the potato leek soup hot, garnished with chopped chives or parsley if desired.

Video

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Potato Leek Soup Recipe
Serving Size
 
1 servings
Amount per Serving
Calories
207
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
11
g
17
%
Saturated Fat
 
7
g
44
%
Trans Fat
 
0.2
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
3
g
Cholesterol
 
32
mg
11
%
Sodium
 
1582
mg
69
%
Potassium
 
476
mg
14
%
Carbohydrates
 
25
g
8
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
4
g
4
%
Protein
 
3
g
6
%
Vitamin A
 
1445
IU
29
%
Vitamin C
 
25
mg
30
%
Calcium
 
53
mg
5
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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