Light Potato and Leek Soup

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Delicious and light blend of potatoes and leeks in a vegetarian broth.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 5 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 4 leeks, white parts only

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tablespoons salted butter

  • 3 medium russet potatoes, scrubbed and sliced

  • 3 cups vegetable broth

  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

  • â…› teaspoon dried rosemary

  • ½ cup fat free half-and-half

  • 1 pinch ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Slice leeks lengthwise and wash out any dirt between the layers. Chop and place in a large mixing bowl with garlic.

  2. Melt butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add leeks and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes. Add potatoes, vegetable broth, Italian seasoning, and rosemary. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.

  3. Remove from heat and let soup cool briefly. Transfer mixture to a blender or food processor and puree in batches. Return soup to the pot and stir in half-and-half and season with black pepper. Reheat gently, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

275 Calories
7g Fat
48g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 275
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g 9%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 17mg 6%
Sodium 458mg 20%
Total Carbohydrate 48g 18%
Dietary Fiber 6g 22%
Total Sugars 9g
Protein 6g 13%
Vitamin C 44mg 48%
Calcium 131mg 10%
Iron 4mg 21%
Potassium 919mg 20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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