Healthy Potato Leek Soup
Calories: 7
Adjust Servings Here: 6 servings
Description
There is nothing more comforting than a bowl of warm healthy soup in winter. This potato leek soup is made with potatoes, leeks, milk instead of cream and gets ready in less than 30 minutes. I also share how to prevent milk from splitting in soups. Serve this with crusty bread, a side of salad and you have a complete meal.
Ingredients
- 4 cups (4 large) Leeks chopped
- 4 cups (3 large) Potatoes chopped
- 2 tbsp Olive oil or butter
- 1 small Onion chopped
- 2 large Garlic cloves minced
- 2 med Bay leaves
- 4 cups (470 ml) Stock vegetable or chicken
- 1 cup (240 ml) Milk whole (full-fat)
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch
- 1 tbsp (1 sprig) Thyme optional
Instructions
- Prep veggies - Wash the leeks thoroughly and chop them roughly using a cutting board and utility knife. Peel, wash, and cut potatoes into small chunks using a chef's knife
- Saute - In a soup pot or stockpot over medium heat add the olive oil. Saute the onions and garlic until translucent. Then, add the bay leave and thyme followed by the potatoes and leeks. Saute for 2 minutes more.4 cups Leeks, 4 cups Potatoes, 2 tbsp Olive oil, 1 small Onion, 2 med Bay leaves, 1 tbsp Thyme, 2 large Garlic cloves
- Simmer - Add the stock and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 8 to 10 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.4 cups Stock
- Blend - Using a hand mixer blend everything to a smooth puree. Taste and adjust seasoning. Caution - If using a stand blender, cool the soup for a few minutes and be very careful as a hot soup can splash out and cause serious burns.
- Milk - Combine cornstarch and milk, then add it to the soup. Simmer but do not bring it to a boil. Turn the heat off. Pro tip - the cornstarch prevents the milk from curdling)1 cup Milk, 1 tbsp Cornstarch
- Serve with a dab of butter or a dollop of sour cream. I like to serve topped with a teaspoon of pesto.
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