Potato & Leek Soup
Nutrition Facts
8 Serving Per Container
Serving size 1 serving
| Amount Per Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
|
Calories |
260 |
|
| % Daily Value* | ||
| Total Fat 10 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Cholesterol 20 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium 660 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 36 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber 5 g | 17% | |
| Sugars 6 g | ||
| Includes Added Sugars 1 g | 1% | |
| Protein 9 g | ||
| Vitamin D | 0% | |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 10% | |
| Iron | 20% | |
| Potassium | 20% | |
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 4 Leeks
- 3 Carrots, diced
- 3 Celery Stalks, diced
- 6 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 lb Yukon Potatoes, peeled and chopped into ½" pieces
- 5 cups Low Sodium Chicken Broth
- 1 tsp Chicken Bouillon Powder
- 1 tbsp Dried Parsley
- 1 tsp Salt
- ½ tsp Dried Thyme
- ½ tsp Dried Rosemary
- ½ tsp Dried Oregano
- ¼ tsp Black Pepper
- 2 Bay Leaves
- ½ tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1/3 cup Bacon Bits for Garnish
- 1/3 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese for Garnish
Method of Preparation
Step 1
Slice the roots and dark green stalks off of each leak. Slice the white/light green pieces and clean thoroughly to remove all dirt. Stir leeks in a large bowl of cold water to dislodge dirt. Thinly slice once clean. Prep all other vegetables.
Melt butter and olive oil over medium low heat. Add leeks, carrots, and celery.
Step 2
Stirring often, cook vegetables for 10-15 minutes until softened.
The leeks should not brown, lower the heat if you see them browning.
Step 3
Add the garlic and saute for 1 minute.
Step 4
Add the potatoes, broth, bouillon powder, and spices.
Cover, leaving a slight crack open and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 10-15 minutes until potatoes have softened.
Step 5
Discard bay leaves.
Depending on desired consistency, remove cups of soup and place in a blender. Puree on high, leaving the blender cap open and placing a paper towel over the top to allow the steam to escape. For a smooth soup, puree all of the soup in batches (do not fill the blender more than 1/3 full at a time).
Step 6
Stir in lemon juice and season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Garnish with shredded cheddar cheese and bacon bits!
