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Creamy Potato Leek Soup Recipe Easy Homemade Comfort Food with Crispy Bacon

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A warm, creamy potato leek soup topped with crispy bacon, perfect for cozy nights and quick, satisfying meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 3 medium leeks, white and light green parts only, cleaned and sliced
  • 6 strips thick-cut bacon
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth (low sodium)
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half (can substitute with coconut milk for dairy-free)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place the bacon strips in a cold large pot or skillet. Turn the heat to medium and cook until crisp, about 8-10 minutes, flipping occasionally. Remove bacon and place on paper towels to drain. Leave about 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the pot for flavor.
  2. Add 3 tablespoons of butter to the pot with the bacon fat. Toss in the sliced leeks and cook over medium heat until soft and fragrant, about 8 minutes. Stir occasionally to avoid browning. Add minced garlic in the last 2 minutes of cooking.
  3. Stir in the diced potatoes, then pour in 4 cups (960 ml) of chicken or vegetable broth. Toss in thyme sprigs if using. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook uncovered until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
  4. Remove thyme sprigs. Using an immersion blender, purée the soup until smooth and creamy. If using a blender, carefully ladle soup in batches and blend until silky.
  5. Stir in 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream or half-and-half. Heat gently for 5 more minutes—do not let it boil. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  6. Ladle soup into bowls and crumble crispy bacon strips on top. Garnish with chopped fresh chives or parsley if desired.

Notes

Clean leeks thoroughly to remove grit by slicing and rinsing multiple times in cold water. Use thick-cut bacon for best flavor and texture. If soup is too thick, add more broth or water to loosen. For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt added at the end. Leftovers taste better the next day. Freeze without cream and add fresh cream when reheating to avoid separation.

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