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Smoky Leek and Potato Soup

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February 15, 2010
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  • Serves 4
Author Notes

A little bacon would be a great addition, otherwise it is a very filling vegetarian soup. Also, one of the potatoes can be replaced with an equal amount of winter squash (delicata, acorn, butternut, etc.). —ChefDJen

What You'll Need
Ingredients
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 leeks, cut in half, then sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon mustard powder
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 4 cups vegetable stock
  • 2-3 yukon gold potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons cream
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • pickled peppers (optional)
Directions
  1. Warmed about a teaspoon of olive oil in a 3-quart pot. Add the onion, leeks and a sprinkle of salt and cook until they are softened and translucent. Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds longer.
  2. Sprinkle on the mustard powder and flour. Stir for a minute or two to make a roux.
  3. Whisk in the broth, then add the potatoes and smoked paprika. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are cooked through.
  4. Stir in the cream and check for seasoning. Enjoy as is, or top with a few pickled peppers.

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2 Reviews

Tutti April 8, 2014
Very nice recipe!!! Than you! I added a pinch of saffron, and a tea spoon of sriracha hot sauce and it worded well!
 
simplyrenee December 2, 2010
my seven year old son and husband love this soup. hearty and tasty with the smoked paprika being the highlight.