Description
Potatoes and leeks slow cooked to velvety perfection, then blended with cream for a rich and comforting Slow Cooker Potato Leek Soup—ideal for cozy nights and easy prep.
Ingredients
2 large leeks, sliced
3 Tbsp. salted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 lbs. Yukon gold potatoes
7 cups chicken broth
2 bay leaves
3 sprigs fresh thyme, or 1 tsp. dried leaf thyme (not ground)
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. black pepper
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
fresh chives, chopped (garnish)
Instructions
1. Slice the leeks, discarding the thick green pieces that are at the ends. Add to a large skillet with the butter and garlic and cook over medium-high heat until the leeks are softened.
2. Add to the crock pot along with the potatoes (peeled if you prefer), bay leaves, thyme, salt and pepper.
3. Add the chicken broth and close the lid. Cook on high for 5 hours or low for 8 hours.
4. Once the potatoes have softened enough, remove the thyme (if using fresh sprigs) and bay leaves. Use an immersion blender (or food processor or blender) to blend the soup. DO NOT over blend. If you are using a food processor or blender, you will have to blend the soup in small batches.
5. Add the cream, blend again a little, then top with chives for garnish.
6. Serve hot with crusty bread.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute vegetable broth in place of chicken broth.
Be careful not to over-blend the soup—it should be creamy but still retain a little texture.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop, stirring in a splash of broth or cream if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 348
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 1221
- Fat: 21
- Saturated Fat: 13
- Trans Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 72
Keywords: Slow Cooker Potato Leek Soup, crockpot soup, creamy soup, comfort food, fall recipes