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Potato and Leek Soup

Nettie
This Potato and Leek Soup with Cheddar and Chives is the ultimate cozy comfort food! Creamy, hearty, and full of rich flavor, it’s made with buttery leeks, garlic, and tender potatoes simmered in broth, then blended to velvety perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 583 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 large leeks white and light green parts only, cleaned and sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 6 cups potatoes peeled and diced (divide: 4 cups + 2 cups)
  • 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded - plus extra for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon chives chopped
  • ½ cup heavy cream optional
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced leeks and sauté until soft, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute more.
  • Add 4 cups of potatoes, salt, pepper, and broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes until tender.
  • Purée the mixture until smooth using a blender or immersion blender. Return to pot.
  • Add remaining 2 cups of diced potatoes and simmer 10–15 minutes until tender.
  • Stir in cheddar cheese and chives until melted and creamy. Add cream if desired.
  • Serve hot, garnished with parsley and extra cheese.

Notes

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Notes

  • Add bacon or ham for a heartier twist.
  • Soup thickens as it cools — thin with broth or milk when reheating.
  • Great with crusty bread or warm rolls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 583kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 23gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 136mgSodium: 668mgPotassium: 1198mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1803IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 220mgIron: 4mg
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