Californiapizzakitchenpotatoleeksoup Recipes

SLOW COOKER POTATO-LEEK SOUP

Steps:

• Place potatoes and leeks in slow cooker. Sprinkle flour over and toss until well-coated. Add the chicken stock and stir, then add the dill and the chopped bacon. Mix well. Cover and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours or until the potatoes are tender.
• In a blender or food processor, puree the soup until creamy (you can puree the whole pot or just some of it if you prefer a chunkier soup). Add salt and pepper to taste (I find a teaspoon or two of salt really helps boost the flavor).
• Stir in half and half and cheese (if using), then cover and heat an additional 15 minutes.

BAVARIAN POTATO LEEK SOUP

Steps:

• Melt butter in large soup pot.
• Add leeks and onion. Slowly sauté until soft but not browned.
• Add potatoes, stock, salt and marjoram.
• Bring to boil. Cover and boil slowly for 30 minutes, potatoes should be fork tender.
• Reduce heat to a simmer, add half-and-half and simmer uncovered 10 minutes, stirring constantly.
• Add heavy cream and white pepper just before serving.

EASY SLOW COOKER POTATO-LEEK SOUP

Steps:

• Combine all ingredient and cook on low for 8-10 hours. Add evaporated milk and cheese if used, in the last 30 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings. Save some potatoes and mash the rest of them with a potato masher or handheld blender to thicken, or puree for a smooth consistency, adding additional milk or broth if necessary.

RUSTIC POTATO LEEK SOUP

Steps:

• Prep the leeks before you begin--trim and discard the roots and the dark green leaves; slice the trimmed leeks in half lengthwise, then slice; rinse the cut leeks thoroughly to remove dirt and sand.
• Bring broth, potatoes, thyme, bay leaves, and 1/2 teaspoon salt t a boil, covered, in a large saucepan.
• Decrease heat to simmer, and continue to cook, covered until needed in step 5.
• Meanwhile, melt butter in a large Dutch oven over med-high heat; stir in leeks, garlic, and 1/4 teaspoon salt; cover and cook until leeks are wilted and softened, about 10 minutes.
• Stir in broth mixture; bring to simmer and cook until potatoes are tender, 4-7 minutes.
• Off heat, remove bay leaves and mash some of the potatoes against side of pot to thicken soup to desired consistency.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.