Directions:
- Peel, quarter, rinse, and drain the potatoes. Set aside.
- Trim the leeks at the root. Split them lengthwise for easier cleaning.
- Rinse well under cold running water, and then transfer to a bowl of cold water to soak for about 5 minutes.
- When all the grit has settled to the bottom of the bowl. remove the leeks and dry thoroughly. Chop coarsely and set aside.
- In a medium-size stockpot, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter over low heat.
- Add the leeks and cook , stirring often, until tender but not browned, about 3 minutes.
- Add the water. Salt the water and add the potatoes.
- Cover and simmer gently for 35 minutes.
- With a food processor, blender, or immersion mixer, process the soup until smooth.
- Return the soup to the pot, increase the heat to high, and bring to a boil.
- Skim any impurities that may rise to the surface.
- Add the cream, and after a few seconds, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter.
- To serve, ladle the soup into warmed soup bowls and sprinkle with the herbs.
- Serve immediately, allowing guests to season with pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per 1 Serving | |||
| Calories | 106.32 Kcal (445 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 60.08 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 6.68g | 10% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 18.69mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 22.59mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 143.8mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbs | 11.02g | 4% | |
| Sugars | 3.45g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.73g | 7% | |
| Protein | 1.09g | 2% | |
| Vitamin C | 8.5mg | 14% | |
| Vitamin A | 0.4mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 1mg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 54.7mg | 5% | |
| Amount Per 100 g | |||
| Calories | 33.9 Kcal (142 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 19.16 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 2.13g | 10% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 5.96mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 7.2mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 45.86mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbs | 3.52g | 4% | |
| Sugars | 1.1g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.55g | 7% | |
| Protein | 0.35g | 2% | |
| Vitamin C | 2.7mg | 14% | |
| Vitamin A | 0.1mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 17.4mg | 5% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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