Irish Potato and Leek Soup

Irish Potato and Leek Soup is a traditional Irish dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. It is believed to have originated during the Great Famine in Ireland when potatoes and leeks were widely available and affordable ingredients.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Irish Potato and Leek Soup

Cooking Method: Boiling Cuisine: Irish Courses: Lunch, Soup, Starter Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 800

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Potatoes
• 300 gram Leeks
• 100 gram Onion
• 1000 ml Vegetable Stock
• 50 gram Butter
• 150 ml Cream
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Pepper

Instructions

1. Peel and chop the potatoes into small cubes.
2. Slice the leeks and onion.
3. In a large pot, melt the butter and sauté the leeks and onion until softened.
4. Add the potatoes and vegetable stock to the pot.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
6. Use an immersion blender or transfer the soup to a blender and blend until smooth.
7. Stir in the cream, salt, and pepper.
8. Serve hot with crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 200kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 28g10%

Sugars 5g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.