Potato-Leek-Mushroom Soup
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Description: As usual, I tweaked a favorite recipe to make it even better. This is SO easy, and tastes even better the next day. Feel free to adjust any of the ingredients to your liking. It will come out great! I highly recommend serving with my Recipe #28249 on top.
Recipe Category: Potato
Keywords: Vegetable, Scottish, European, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Less than 60 Minutes, Easy
Ingredients:
- 3 leeks
- 2 potatoes
- 10 – 20 cremini mushrooms
- 5 cups water
- 3 shallots
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- Milk (optional)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 190.3
- Fat: 6.7g
- Saturated Fat: 4.1g
- Cholesterol: 19mg
- Sodium: 91.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3.1g
- Sugar: 3.5g
- Protein: 5.6g
Servings: 5
Recipe Instructions:
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Heat butter in a large stock pot over low heat.
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Cook shallots and garlic until tender.
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Add potatoes and leeks. Cook for 10 minutes, uncovered, stirring occasionally.
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Add stock or water, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
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Reduce heat to simmer, then add mushrooms. Continue cooking for 15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
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Use a blender stick or blend in batches with a regular blender (be cautious with hot liquids in a blender).
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Add cream or milk and adjust salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve with spicy croutons.
Cook’s Tips:
- For a creamier texture, you can add milk or cream towards the end of cooking.
- This soup tastes even better the next day, so don’t hesitate to make it ahead of time.
- Feel free to adjust the quantity of ingredients based on your preferences and the number of servings you need.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or chives for an extra burst of flavor.
- Serve with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
Review Summary:
With an aggregated rating of 5 stars and 19 reviews, this Potato-Leek-Mushroom Soup has garnered high praise from users. Its simple preparation, delicious taste, and customizable ingredients make it a favorite among home cooks. Plus, its nutritional profile, including being low in protein and cholesterol, makes it a healthy choice for any meal.
