KALE LEEK POTATO SOUP

Kale Leek Potato Soup image

Provided by Sara Andrea @Sara_Andrea

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoon(s) canola oil
2 - onions, finely chopped
1 teaspoon(s) minced garlic
2 - leeks, cleaned and thinly sliced
2 teaspoon(s) kosher salt, divided
1 pound(s) yukon gold potatoes, peeled and finely chopped
2 - cartons (32 oz each) of vegetable broth
1 bunch(es) curly kale
1/2 teaspoon(s) black pepper
1/2 teaspoon(s) hot paprika
- red pepper flakes (if desired)

Steps:

Prepare all your ingredients. 1) finely chop onions 2) clean and slice leeks - green parts too 3) peel and chop potatoes 4) remove kale ribs, rough chop leaves
Heat oil in soup pot over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, leek and 1 tsp salt. Stir frequently, reduce heat to low and cook until soft, about 8 minutes.
Add broth, potatoes, and 1 tsp salt; simmer on medium-low for 30 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 20 minutes. Using an immersion blender, blend until smooth. (You can also use a food processor or countertop blender.)
Turn heat to medium until soup is heated through, then add the kale. Add pepper and paprika, stir to combine. Note: I add red pepper flakes to my soup. I love the extra heat.