Mom's leek and potato soup
 
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Easy, rustic leek and potato soup is perfect for St. Patrick's day or any chilly day.
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Recipe type: Soup
Cuisine: Irish
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter
  • 2 lb. leeks, white and pale green parts only, thinly sliced
  • 6 cups chicken stock
  • 2 lb. Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into ½-inch cubes
  • Salt and white pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup cream or half ad half (or whole milk in a pinch)
Instructions
  1. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add leeks and sauté just until they begin to soften, 3-5 minutes.
  2. Add the potatoes and chicken stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
  3. Stir in the cream and season to taste with salt and pepper.
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