Creamy Potato and Leek Soup
Need a gluten free and lacto ovo vegetarian hor d'oeuvre? Creamy Potato and Leek Soup could be an amazing recipe to try. For $1.79 per serving, this recipe covers 16% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe makes 4 servings with 315 calories, 9g of protein, and 12g of fat each. 1 person has tried and liked this recipe. It can be enjoyed any time, but it is especially good for Autumn. Head to the store and pick up yukon gold potatoes, salt and pepper, greek yogurt, and a few other things to make it today. It is brought to you by Foodista. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes. Taking all factors into account, this recipe earns a spoonacular score of 49%, which is good. Users who liked this recipe also liked Creamy Potato Leek Soup, Creamy Potato-Leek Soup, and Creamy Leek and Potato Soup.
- Serves: 4
- Time: 45 Mins
- Category: antipasti, soup, starter, snack, appetizer, antipasto, hor d'oeuvre
- Health Rating: 9.0
Ingredients
| Image | Name | Qty | Metric | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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leeks | 2.0 | None | |
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onion | 1.0 | None | |
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garlic | 4.0 | cloves | None |
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yukon gold potatoes | 4.0 | mediums | None |
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cream | 59.5 | milliliters | None |
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greek yogurt | 150.0 | milliliters | None |
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vegetable broth | 940.0 | milliliters | None |
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from 4-5 springs of thyme | 1.0 | leave | None |
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olive oil | 1.0 | Tbsp | None |
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butter | 1.0 | Tbsp | None |
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salt and pepper | 4.0 | servings | None |
leeks
Qty: 2.0
Metric:
Price: None
onion
Qty: 1.0
Metric:
Price: None
garlic
Qty: 4.0
Metric: cloves
Price: None
yukon gold potatoes
Qty: 4.0
Metric: mediums
Price: None
cream
Qty: 59.5
Metric: milliliters
Price: None
greek yogurt
Qty: 150.0
Metric: milliliters
Price: None
vegetable broth
Qty: 940.0
Metric: milliliters
Price: None
from 4-5 springs of thyme
Qty: 1.0
Metric: leave
Price: None
olive oil
Qty: 1.0
Metric: Tbsp
Price: None
butter
Qty: 1.0
Metric: Tbsp
Price: None
salt and pepper
Qty: 4.0
Metric: servings
Price: None
Instructions
Step 1: In a stockpot, saute the leeks and onions in the olive oil and butter until soft.
Ingredients:
- olive oil
- butter
- onion
- leek
Equipment:
- pot
Step 2: Add the garlic, 1/2 the thyme, and a pinch of sailt and pepper.
Ingredients:
- garlic
- pepper
- thyme
Step 3: Saute a few more minutes.
Step 4: Add the potatoes and broth. (
Ingredients:
- potato
- broth
Step 5: Add just enough broth to cover the potatoes plus about 1/4 of an inch.)
Ingredients:
- potato
- broth
Step 6: Simmer until the potatoes are tender.
Ingredients:
- potato
Step 7: Taste the broth and season with thyme, salt, and pepper to taste.
Ingredients:
- pepper
- broth
- thyme
- salt
Step 8: Working in batches, do a rough puree of 3/4 of the soup in a food processor.
Ingredients:
- soup
Equipment:
- food processor
Step 9: Add the puree back to the soup and add the cream and yogurt. Stir well.
Ingredients:
- yogurt
- cream
- soup
Step 10: Bring back to a simmer and season to taste.
Dietary Information
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-Free
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Needs |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 315.0 kcal | 15.75% |
| Fat | 12.18 g | 18.74% |
| Saturated Fat | 5.82 g | 36.38% |
| Carbohydrates | 44.44 g | 14.81% |
| Net Carbohydrates | 39.33 g | 14.3% |
| Sugar | 7.92 g | 8.8% |
| Cholesterol | 26.21 mg | 8.74% |
| Sodium | 1194.61 mg | 51.94% |
| Alcohol | 0.0 g | 100.0% |
| Alcohol % | 0.0 % | 100.0% |
| Protein | 8.92 g | 17.85% |
| Vitamin C | 42.29 mg | 51.26% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.71 mg | 35.28% |
| Vitamin A | 1566.09 IU | 31.32% |
| Manganese | 0.57 mg | 28.41% |
| Potassium | 917.42 mg | 26.21% |
| Vitamin K | 27.13 µg | 25.84% |
| Fiber | 5.11 g | 20.43% |
| Phosphorus | 185.77 mg | 18.58% |
| Folate | 64.43 µg | 16.11% |
| Magnesium | 60.7 mg | 15.18% |
| Iron | 2.48 mg | 13.76% |
| Copper | 0.27 mg | 13.31% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.19 mg | 12.86% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.21 mg | 12.6% |
| Calcium | 111.86 mg | 11.19% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.12 mg | 10.59% |
| Selenium | 5.71 µg | 8.16% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.78 mg | 7.84% |
| Vitamin E | 1.16 mg | 7.73% |
| Zinc | 0.87 mg | 5.8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.29 µg | 4.87% |
| Vitamin D | 0.24 µg | 1.59% |
