IRISH POTATO AND LEEK SOUP

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Make and share this Irish Potato and Leek Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Loony

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
2 cups leeks, chopped
2 stalks celery, diced
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 medium potatoes, coarsely chopped
4 cups vegetable stock or 4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 1/2 cups light cream
2 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 teaspoons fresh dill, chopped
2 teaspoons fresh tarragon, chopped

Steps:

  • In large pan, heat the oil and add the leeks, celery, onion and garlic.
  • Saute over medium heat, until the vegetables are soft.
  • Stir in the vegetable stock or water, potatoes, salt, pepper& thyme; bring to a boil.
  • Simmer over medium heat for 20 to 30 minutes, until the potatoes are easily pierced with a fork.
  • Add the cream and herbs and return to a light simmer, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove the soup from the heat and let sit a few minutes before serving.
  • Serve with warm bread.

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