CREAMY LEEK SOUP WITH BRIE

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Bits of Brie add something special to this soup from our home economists. Soup is a satisfying addition to a buffet table. Use a slow cooker to keep it warm.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 cups chopped leeks (white portion only)
1/4 cup butter
5 cups chicken broth
4-1/2 cups half-and-half cream, divided
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
3 rounds (8 each) Brie cheese, rind removed
3 tablespoons minced chives

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute leeks in butter until tender. Add broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25 minutes. , Strain, reserving broth in pan. Place leeks in a blender with 1/2 cup of broth; cover and process until smooth. , Return to the pan. Stir in 3 cups cream. Combine the flour, salt, pepper and remaining cream until smooth; stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium. , Cut Brie into small pieces; add to soup in batches, stirring until most of the cheese is melted. Garnish with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Fat 18g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 794mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

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