GERMAN LEEK AND POTATO SOUP

German Leek and Potato Soup image

Leeks and potatoes are simmered with a ham bone, then pureed before cream is added to this subtle soup.

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Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Cream Soup Recipes Potato Leek Soup Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 cup chopped onion
½ cup butter
1 cup chopped leeks
8 potatoes, peeled and sliced
6 cups water
½ teaspoon fresh thyme
1 ham bone
1 cup heavy cream
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

In a large pot over medium heat, cook onions in butter until translucent. Stir in leeks, potatoes, water, thyme and the ham bone. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, 20 to 30 minutes.
Remove ham bone and puree soup with a blender or food processor. Return to pot, stir in cream, salt and pepper, heat through and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.5 calories, Carbohydrate 42.1 g, Cholesterol 71.3 mg, Fat 22.8 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 14.2 g, Sodium 104.3 mg, Sugar 2.7 g