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Leek and potato soup recipe in white bowl garnished with chopped chives and fresh herbs on wooden table.

Leek and Potato Soup Recipe

This creamy, cozy leek and potato soup recipe is the ultimate comfort in a bowl. It’s simple, budget-friendly, naturally gluten-free, and ready in under an hour. Perfect for meal prep or a warming weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Course: Dinner, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp butter or olive oil for sautéing
  • 2 leeks white/light green parts sliced & cleaned
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • ½ tsp black pepper or to taste
  • Group 2: Soup Body
  • Amount Unit Ingredient Notes
  • 4 cups Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and diced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
  • ¼ cup heavy cream optional or dairy-free alternative

Equipment

  • 1 Large soup pot Heavy-bottom preferred
  • 1 Cutting board For prepping leeks/potatoes
  • 1 Immersion blender Or standard countertop blender

Method
 

  1. Prepare the leeks. Trim, slice, and wash the leeks thoroughly to remove dirt.
  2. Sauté the base. In a large soup pot, heat butter or oil over medium heat. Add leeks and garlic. Sauté until soft and fragrant, about 10 minutes.
  3. Add potatoes and broth. Stir in diced potatoes and broth. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Simmer. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to simmer. Cook uncovered for 20–25 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
  5. Blend. Use an immersion blender to purée the soup until smooth. Leave some chunks if preferred.
  6. Finish. Stir in heavy cream if using. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. Serve. Ladle into bowls and garnish with herbs, cheese, or croutons if desired.

Notes

  • To make this leek and potato soup recipe vegan, use olive oil and unsweetened plant milk or cashew cream.
  • Soup can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen for 3 months.
  • Use yellow potatoes (Yukon Golds) for the creamiest texture.
  • Pair with zucchini fritters or sweet potato fries for a complete meal.