Light Potato and Leek Soup

Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Servings: 4
Yield: 4 servings

Description

A delicious, light blend of potatoes, leeks, and seasonings in a vegetarian broth for a wholesome, comforting meal.

Ingredients

4 leeks, white parts only
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons salted butter
3 medium russet potatoes, scrubbed and sliced
3 cups vegetable broth
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 cup fat free half-and-half
1 pinch ground black pepper to taste

Directions

1 Slice leeks lengthwise and wash out any dirt between the layers. Chop and place in a large mixing bowl with garlic.
2 Melt butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add leeks and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes. Add potatoes, vegetable broth, Italian seasoning, and rosemary. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
3 Remove from heat and let soup cool briefly. Transfer mixture to a blender or food processor and puree in batches. Return soup to the pot and stir in half-and-half and season with black pepper. Reheat gently, about 5 minutes.