Potato And Leek Soup Recipe

Summary

CuisineCourse
MethodDish
Interest Group

Ingredients

 Leeks4
 Chopped green onion1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs)
 Potatoes4 Large
 Water4 Cup (64 tbs)
 Pepper1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Milk3 Cup (48 tbs)
 Butter1 Tablespoon
 Butter1 Tablespoon
 Salt To Taste
 Salt To Taste
 Croutons2 Tablespoon

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: Complete recipe

Calories 2374 Calories from Fat 468

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 53 g81.5%

Saturated Fat 29.3 g146.4%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 132.3 mg44.1%

Sodium 1580.5 mg65.9%

Total Carbohydrates 442 g147.4%

Dietary Fiber 51.4 g205.7%

Sugars 90.8 g

Protein 68 g136.8%

Vitamin A 479.2% Vitamin C 689.3%

Calcium 165.9% Iron 200.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

Melt 14 cup butter in large saucepan and add leeks and onions.
Cook gently, stirring, 5 minutes.
Do not brown.
Add potatoes, water, 3 tsp salt and pepper.
Cover and cook over moderate heat about 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
Rub mixture through a sieve or whirl in a blender.
Return to saucepan.
Bring back to a boil and stir in hot milk and 1 tbsp butter.
Taste and add more salt if necessary.
Serve immediately topped with croutons.
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