Directions:
- 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.
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per 1 Serving | |||
| Calories | 319.66 Kcal (1338 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 87.24 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 9.69g | 15% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 20.35mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 127.07mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 1103.91mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbs | 52.36g | 17% | |
| Sugars | 10.22g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9g | 28% | |
| Protein | 10.98g | 22% | |
| Vitamin C | 37.8mg | 63% | |
| Vitamin A | 0.1mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 5.9mg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 160.8mg | 16% | |
| Amount Per 100 g | |||
| Calories | 58.04 Kcal (243 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 15.84 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 1.76g | 15% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 3.7mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 23.07mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 200.42mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbs | 9.51g | 17% | |
| Sugars | 1.85g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.25g | 28% | |
| Protein | 1.99g | 22% | |
| Vitamin C | 6.9mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 1.1mg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 29.2mg | 16% | |
* 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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