How to Make Lighter Potato and Leek Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

When the weather turns chilly, there's nothing quite like a comforting bowl of soup to warm you up. And when it comes to hearty, satisfying soups, potato and leek soup is a classic choice. This creamy and flavorful soup is perfect for a cozy night in or as a starter for a special meal. However, traditional potato and leek soup can be quite heavy and high in calories, which is why we've created a lighter version of this beloved dish that doesn't sacrifice any of the delicious flavor.

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Ingredients

  • 2 leeks, white parts only, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 6 cups water
  • 2 cubes vegetable bouillon, or more to taste (Optional)
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar (Optional)
  • ½ teaspoon chili-garlic sauce
  • cracked black pepper to taste
  • 5 unpeeled potatoes, diced
  • 1 cup low-fat milk

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Combine leeks and 3 tablespoons olive oil in a stockpot over medium-low heat. Saute until soft, about 15 minutes, adding more oil if needed. Sprinkle flour over leeks and mash in with a wooden spoon. Reduce heat to low and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Slowly add 2 cups water, stirring constantly to create a roux. Slowly add 2 more cups water, stirring constantly. Stir in the remaining 2 cups water. Add bouillon cubes, sugar, chili-garlic sauce, and pepper. Increase heat to medium and stir occasionally until boiling.
  • Add potatoes and reduce heat to a low simmer. Cook until potatoes are soft, 45 to 60 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes or so and scraping the bottom of the pot as needed. Puree soup with an immersion blender until smooth with some chunks remaining. Stir in milk to thin and heat until warmed through.
  • Nutrition

    255 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 3mg
    • Sodium: 63mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 41g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 39mg
    • Calcium: 98mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 877mg