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Creamy Garlic Potato and Leek Soup

Creamy Garlic Potato and Leek Soup for Ultimate Comfort

This Creamy Garlic Potato and Leek Soup is a heartwarming dish that brings comfort on chilly nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 3 medium Potatoes Use starchy varieties like Russets
  • 2-3 stalks Leeks
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Low-sodium preferred
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Remove before blending
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Cream (or Plant-Based Cream) Use coconut milk for dairy-free version
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Optional
For Garnish
  • to taste Fresh Herbs (Thyme or Rosemary) Optional

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Immersion blender

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Creamy Garlic Potato and Leek Soup
  1. Wash and peel the potatoes, then chop them into bite-sized pieces. Trim the tops off the leeks and slice them thinly. Mince the garlic.
  2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add leeks and garlic, sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
  3. Add potato pieces, vegetable broth, and bay leaf. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 25 minutes.
  4. Remove the bay leaf and blend the soup until smooth. For a chunkier texture, reserve some potato pieces before blending and stir them back in.
  5. Return blended soup to low heat, stir in cream and nutmeg, and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Serve the soup in warm bowls, garnishing with fresh herbs. Pair with crusty bread or salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use starchy potatoes for the best creaminess and texture. Always adjust seasoning to taste.

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