German Leek and Potato Soup

26 Reviews

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 50 min
Ready In: 1 hr 5 min

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

Ingredients

1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup butter
1 cup chopped leeks
8 potatoes, peeled and sliced
6 cups water
1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme
1 ham bone
1 cup heavy cream
salt and pepper to taste

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Directions

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

Amount Per Serving (8 total)

Calories
382 cal
19%

Fat
22.8 g
35%

Carbs
42.1 g
14%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Reviews (26)

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Mommacat

Jan. 16, 2003

"Incredibly delicious.. I am in Germany where leeks are plentiful and cheap.. I tried this kind of soup at a german restaurant and wanted to duplicate the recipe and this one is very close...." See more"

Peaches

Apr. 26, 2008

"This seemes a good, basic, potato soup, but bland. I made it once per the recipe. When I made it again, instead of a ham bone, I used ham chunks and added garlic and onion powder as well as a LOT more..." See more thyme in it. I also just used my hand mixer so it would still be chunky but creamy. I took it to a church social and it was a hit."