How to Make Boudreaux's Cajun Potato-Leek Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

Boudreaux's Cajun Potato-Leek Soup is a homage to the rich and flavorful culinary tradition of Cajun cooking. This soup is the perfect way to warm up on a cold day, with its creamy texture and hearty ingredients that will leave you feeling satisfied and nourished. The combination of tender potatoes and delicate leeks create a harmonious blend of flavors, with a touch of Cajun spices that add a hint of heat and depth to the dish.

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Ingredients

  • 5 pounds potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 3 (32 fluid ounce) containers chicken broth, divided
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
  • 2 tablespoons dried onion flakes
  • 2 tablespoons dehydrated minced garlic
  • 1 pint heavy whipping cream
  • 2 bunches leeks (white parts with a few of the green tops), chopped
  • 2 tablespoons ground paprika
  • 1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix (such as Lipton®)
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun-style crab boil seasoning, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Mix potatoes, 2 containers chicken broth, jalapeno pepper, onion flakes, and minced garlic together in a large pot; bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are softened, about 25 minutes.
  • Stir remaining carton chicken broth, cream, leeks, paprika, and dry onion soup mix into the mixture in the pot; continue cooking until thickened to your preferred consistency, about 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    369 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 60mg
    • Sodium: 1318mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 52g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 34mg
    • Calcium: 94mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 883mg