Vegan Potato Leek Soup
A smooth, comforting soup of tender potatoes and leeks blended with vegetable stock and brightened with lemon.
Instructions
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Step 1
Trim the leeks, split them lengthwise, and rinse thoroughly between the layers. Slice the leeks, peel and cube the potatoes, chop the onion, and mince the garlic.
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Step 2
Heat the olive oil in a stockpot over medium heat. Add the leeks and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened without browning.
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Step 3
Add the garlic and stir until fragrant.
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Step 4
Add the potatoes, vegetable stock, and bay leaf. Increase to high heat and bring to a boil.
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Step 5
Reduce to low heat, partially cover, and simmer until the potatoes are very tender.
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Step 6
Remove the bay leaf and take the pot off the heat. Blend the soup until smooth.
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Step 7
Return the pot to low heat. Stir in the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper, then warm through.
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Step 8
Remove from the heat and serve hot.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: low
Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours in shallow covered containers and use within 3 to 4 days. Reheat leftovers to 74°C.
Risk factors
- hot liquid can cause burns
- cooked soup requires prompt cooling for storage