Quick Easy Potato Leek Soup 5fix Recipes

EASY POTATO AND LEEK SOUP

Steps:

• In a medium pot over medium heat, combine the potatoes and broth and allow to simmer for 20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
• In a separate skillet over medium heat, saute the leeks in the butter or margarine for 5 to 10 minutes, or until tender. Add the leeks and the cream to the potatoes and stir well. (Note: This is the point I like to take a potato masher and slightly thicken the soup.)

EASY LEEK AND POTATO SOUP

Steps:

• Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Add stock, potatoes, leeks, parsley, bouquet garni, bouillon cube, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 30 minutes.
• Remove soup from heat; discard bouquet garni. Puree soup in the pot using a hand blender.

SHORTCUT POTATO LEEK SOUP WITH BACON #5FIX

Steps:

• Heat a 2-qt soup or sauce pot over medium high heat. Add chopped bacon.
• Once bacon begins to render its fat, add leeks. Cook until bacon is crispy and leeks are soft and translucent. Drain off any excess bacon grease.
• Add mashed potatoes and chicken stock. Stir until potatoes are thinned and mixture is heated through. Lower heat and allow to simmer for 15 - 20 minutes.
• Ladle soup into individual bowls and garnish with parsley. Serve immediately.