German Leek and Potato Soup
Simmer leeks and potatoes with a ham bone, then blend until smooth before incorporating cream into this delicate soup.
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
Instructions
- 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
Calories: 382kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 4gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 71mgSodium: 104mgPotassium: 698mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 46mgIron: 1mg
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