POTATO LEEK SOUP III

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A creamy soup with a strong leek flavor. Goes wonderfully with sourdough bread. Tastes even better heated up the next day.

Provided by Julie

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Cream Soup Recipes Potato Leek Soup Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 cup butter
2 leeks, sliced
salt and pepper to taste
1 quart chicken broth
1 tablespoon cornstarch
4 cups Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
2 cups heavy cream

Steps:

In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter. Cook leeks in butter with salt and pepper until tender, stirring frequently, about 15 minutes.
Stir cornstarch into broth and pour broth into pot. Add the potatoes and bring to a boil. Season with salt and pepper. Pour in the cream, reduce heat and simmer at least 30 minutes, until potatoes are tender. Season with salt and pepper before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18.7 g, Cholesterol 145 mg, Fat 45.4 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 28.3 g, Sodium 673 mg, Sugar 0.8 g