Carrot and Leek Soup
This creamy and flavorful carrot and leek soup is a perfect comfort food for any season.
Ingredients - Serves 6
- Chives - For garnish
- Heavy cream - 1/2 cup
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Fresh thyme - 1 teaspoon
- Potato - 1 medium, peeled and chopped
- Vegetable broth - 4 cups
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Onion - 1 medium, chopped
- Leeks - 2 large, white and light green parts only, sliced
- Carrots - 1 pound, peeled and chopped
Let's Get Started
- In a large pot, heat some olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the leeks, onion, and garlic. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the carrots, potato, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Using an immersion blender or regular blender, puree the soup until smooth and creamy.
- Return the soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream. Heat over low heat until warmed through.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with chopped chives.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Soup
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 25g
- Protein: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 10g