" CREAMY " VEGAN POTATO-LEEK SOUP

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Adapted from Alex Jamieson's Great American Detox Diet. Serve with crusty bread and salad for a hearty, satisfying meal.

Provided by Prose

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 leeks, white and light green parts, sliced
4 garlic cloves, chopped
4 russet potatoes, peeled, cubed
4 cups vegetable broth
1 (14 ounce) can white beans, drained
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a 4-quart pot.
  • Sautee the sliced leeks about 5 minutes or until slightly tender.
  • Add garlic and sautee another minute or so.
  • Add potatoes and broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer 20 minutes or until potatoes and leeks are quite tender.
  • Add beans, rosemary, salt, and pepper, and more broth, if necessary.
  • Puree until smooth, using an immersion blender or in small batches in a regular blender. If necessary, return to heat until warm enough.
  • Sprinkle with soy cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 18.1, Carbohydrate 35.9, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 2.7, Protein 6.5

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