Leek and Potato Soup Recipe

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Leek and Potato Soup
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Directions:

  1. Wash leeks very well and cut off the green leaves,leaving only a few inches of green tender leaves.
  2. Chop the leaves and reserve.
  3. Cut the white part of the leeks into 1/4-inch slices.
  4. Melt butter in a large pan, add the leeks and onions and cook for about five minutes. Add the leek leaves and cook for an additional three minutes.
  5. Add the chicken broth, potato cubes and wine and bring to a boil.
  6. Cover and simmer on low heat for about one hour.
  7. Put soup in a blender, a few cups at a time, and puree.
  8. Once each batch has been pureed, pour it from the blender back into the pan.
  9. Simmer over moderate heat and then add the salt and pepper and Half and Half.
  10. Sprinkle with parsley and chives and serve.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 209.31 Kcal (876 kJ)
Calories from fat 84.58 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9.4g 14%
Cholesterol 26.46mg 9%
Sodium 699.78mg 29%
Potassium 521.71mg 11%
Total Carbs 21.9g 7%
Sugars 5.57g 22%
Dietary Fiber 3.24g 13%
Protein 3.24g 6%
Vitamin C 22.4mg 37%
Vitamin A 0.6mg 21%
Iron 1.3mg 7%
Calcium 94.9mg 9%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 55.67 Kcal (233 kJ)
Calories from fat 22.5 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.5g 14%
Cholesterol 7.04mg 9%
Sodium 186.12mg 29%
Potassium 138.76mg 11%
Total Carbs 5.82g 7%
Sugars 1.48g 22%
Dietary Fiber 0.86g 13%
Protein 0.86g 6%
Vitamin C 5.9mg 37%
Vitamin A 0.2mg 21%
Iron 0.3mg 7%
Calcium 25.2mg 9%

* 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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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 4.3
    Points
  • 5
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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