Creamy Potato Leek Soup

Recipe Description

This is a wonderful first couse for an Italian dinner and versatile enough to partner with just a salad. A snap to make, but tastes gourmet!

Ingredients

  • ½ cup sliced leeks, washed well
  • 2 cans chicken broth
  • 4 medium potatoes, cut in 1" cubes
  • 1 onion, diced
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon celery seeds
  • ? teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

  1. Bring broth to a boil and reduce to medium.
  2. Add leeks, potatoes, and onion.
  3. Simmer, covered, 25-30 minutes.
  4. Add seasonings and cream.
  5. Simmer 5 minutes more.
  6. Slightly mash with a potato masher to desired consistency.
  7. Serve with salad and crusty bread.
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