Come home to a warming bowl of this filling, delicious Potato Leek Soup. This homemade soup is simply made with just a handful of ingredients.
For a light supper, serve this comforting soup alongside Tomato Avocado Salad.
A No Cream Potato Leek Soup That’s Creamy and Delicious
This easy potato soup is a favorite of mine and when fall arrives, this is one of my go-to dishes! I love that it’s super creamy without adding any fatty cream. There’s just something about homemade potato soup that is so comforting. It just warms the soul!
This soup is one of my signature dishes and my all friends and family just love it.
Why this recipe works:
- The pureed soup creates a creamy consistency without the use of cream or milk.
- It’s cheap to make! All you need is a handful of ingredients.
- No kitchen skills needed – this potato leek soup recipe is as simple as it gets.
How to Make Potato Leek Soup:
Start by prepping cleaning and slicing the leeks. Then, in a large pot, melt the butter. Add the sliced leeks. Cook over low heat until softened.
Add the raw potatoes.
Pour in the stock.
Cover the pot with a lid and cook for 20 – 30 minutes or until the potatoes are soft enough to puree.
Puree with a hand blender.
Puree the vegetables and stock until it forms a light, creamy consistency.
Sprinkle with grated cheddar cheese and chives. Serve and enjoy.
Other Soup Recipes You’ll Love
- Creamy Celery Soup
- Chinese Noodle Soup
- Split Pea and Ham Soup
- Homemade Lentil Soup
- Yellow Split Pea and Bacon Soup
Tips For The Perfect Potato Leek Soup:
- When pureeing the soup, add the reserved stock a little at a time. The more stock you add, the thinner the soup will be.
- If you don’t have a hand blender, you can use a food processor or conventional blender too.
- For a light and healthy dinner or lunch, serve this soup with a side salad.
Recipe Variations:
- Make this Potato Leek Soup vegetarian by swapping the chicken stock for vegetable stock.
- Sprinkle some crumbled feta or goat cheese on top of your soup if you’re not a fan of cheddar.
- Add a grating of nutmeg if you crave a hint of warming spice.
- Add chopped bacon for a whole new soup.
- To make this a low-fat soup, use low-fat margarine and skip the cheese.
FAQs
How do you freeze potato leek soup? Potato leek soup freezes well. Allow it to cool before freezing (to avoid harmful bacteria, don’t leave to cool at room temperature over an hour ). Then portion it into freezer bags or freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to 3 months.
How long will potato leek soup last in the fridge? When stored properly, Potato Leek Soup will last 2-3 days.
What part of the leek do you use to make soup? When making soup, use the white part of the leek. Trim the base as well as any green tips.
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Potato Leek Soup
Ingredients
- ½ stick butter
- 4 large leeks whites only, thoroughly washed
- 3 lbs potatoes (about 6 large) peeled and cut into large pieces
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese optional - to top the soup
- 1 handful chives chopped
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter. Add the leeks and cook over low heat until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add the potatoes and pour over the stock. Cover and cook for 20 - 30 minutes or until the potatoes are soft enough to puree.
- Ladle out additional stock until the potatoes are just covered (see image)
- Using a hand blender, puree the soup, ladling in reserved stock until it forms your desired consistency.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve hot with the cheese and chives sprinkled on top.
Tips + Notes
- When pureeing the soup, add the reserved stock a little at a time. The more stock you add the thinner the soup will be.
- If you don't have a hand blender, you can use a food processor or conventional blender too.
Nutrition Information:
Update Notes: This post was originally published on Feb 17, 2016, but was republished with new photos, step by step instructions, cooking tips, and a video in October of 2018.
Erren's Kitchen says
tried and tested. Amazing soup!
Linda says
This recipe is so me! Making it for my dinner tonight! Thanks for another great recipe.
Erren says
I’m so glad, Linda! It’s one of my best. Everyone who knows me has had it and loved it!
Kiki Johnson says
This is just what I have been craving lately! Love the simplicity!
Jennifer says
This is very similar to vichyssoise soup, except it is served cold. Did you know you were such a gourmet? I can’t wait to try this!
Marvin says
I’m diabetic and your soup recipes are wonderful!
Stacy says
This recipe has become a standard in our house and my daughter asked for it as our first “fall” soup! Making it today – I fry bacon and crumble that to put on top, as well as garnish with some chipotle sea salt. So many great variations to add on top.
Neal Pearson says
If you ever update this recipe Erren, it would be helpful to know more precisely what weight of potatoes to use, as “six potatoes” is a rather vague quantity, since their sizes vary hugely, as do those of large leeks and handfuls (of chives). Surely a good recipe is one that can be replicated easily without using too much guesswork, especially for those less experienced in the kitchen than you! All you need do is weigh the quantities of potato, leek and chives that you would use, and tell us!
Erren says
Hi Neil, It’s 3lbs of potatoes.
Linsay says
Yes! Loved it!
seha says
this one looks so creammy. Maybe I can add some milk in it.
Teresa says
Perfection! Thanks so much!
Stacy says
This was totally yummy! Thanks!