POTATO, SPINACH, AND LEEK SOUP

Potato, Spinach, and Leek Soup image

I came up with this soup recipe when I got potatoes, leeks, and spinach in my CSA box and didn't know what to do with them. It turned out delicious and is perfect for fall vegetables.

Provided by lawgirl

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Spinach Soup Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 leeks, chopped, or more to taste
½ yellow onion, chopped
3 cups peeled and cubed potatoes, or more to taste
4 cups water
4 cubes vegetable bouillon
1 bunch fresh spinach, chopped, or more to taste
2 cups milk
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons salt
¼ teaspoon ground paprika
¼ teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add leeks and onion; simmer until tender, about 7 minutes. Add potatoes, water, and bouillon cubes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes.
Stir in spinach and cook until wilted and soft, 5 to 7 minutes. Add milk, pepper, salt, paprika, and chili powder. Let cook for 5 minutes more; adjust spices to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.5 calories, Carbohydrate 27.4 g, Cholesterol 6.5 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 880.1 mg, Sugar 7.2 g