Potato and Leek Soup Recipe
This Potato and Leek Soup is so simple to make and ready in under an hour! The smoky, salty crunch of the bacon perfectly complements the smooth texture of the potatoes and leeks --- and without cream! This easy, everyday recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
Servings: 4
Calories: 373kcal
Equipment
- Chopping board
- Kitchen knife
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Immersion blender
- Medium saucepan with lid
Ingredients
- 1 medium leek (only the white and light green parts), chopped into thin half-rounds
- 3 & 1/2 to 4 cups stock
- 3 to 4 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped into small cubes
- 7 to 8 pieces bacon, chopped
- salt and pepper, to season
Instructions
- Place the bacon in a cold medium (or large) saucepan and place it over medium-high heat.
- Cook until the bacon bits are crispy, then remove them from the pan and place them on a paper towel to absorb excess oil. Set aside for later.
- Place the saucepan back over the heat, add the chopped leeks, and sauté until they have softened.
- Add the potatoes and mix until everything is combined.
- Pour the stock into the saucepan, mix, then cover with a lid and bring to a boil.
- Lower the heat and simmer until the vegetables become tender and cooked.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and use an immersion blender to puree the soup.
- Place it back into the heat, taste, and adjust the seasoning by adding salt and ground black pepper.
- Place the lid back on and continue cooking for an additional couple of minutes.
- Take the pan off the heat and transfer your potato and leek soup into bowls.
- Garnish with the bacon bits from earlier, then serve!
Notes
- Cook's Tip: Add the salt and pepper at the end, after you have tasted the soup, especially if the stock you're using is fully seasoned. It helps ensure you don't end up with a salty soup --- taste, then add.
- Refer to the post for more tips and suggestions.
Nutrition
Calories: 373kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 569mg | Potassium: 1009mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 395IU | Vitamin C: 35mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 2mg