Irish Potato and Leek Soup

Creamy, comforting, and bursting with traditional Irish flavors, this Irish Potato and Leek Soup is the ultimate cozy dish for chilly days. Featuring a rich blend of tender potatoes, buttery sautéed leeks, and a touch of heavy cream, this hearty soup strikes the perfect balance between satisfying and elegant. Garlic adds depth, while a smooth, velvety texture is achieved with simple blending techniques. This classic recipe, simmered in your choice of chicken or vegetable stock, is both easy to prepare and ready in just under an hour. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish, and serve it as a wholesome starter or a light main dish with crusty bread. Perfect for anyone searching for "traditional Irish soup recipes" or "easy potato leek soup," this dish is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 cups leeks (white and light green parts only, thinly sliced)
• 2 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
• 4 cups potatoes (peeled and diced)
• 6 cups vegetable stock or chicken stock
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the sliced leeks and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened but not browned.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced potatoes to the pot and stir to coat them with the butter and leeks.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable or chicken stock and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are very tender.

Step 7

Use an immersion blender to puree the soup directly in the pot, or transfer the soup in batches to a countertop blender and blend until smooth.

Step 8

Stir in the heavy cream, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Simmer the soup for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to heat through.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3388.5 grams (3388.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2043

Total Fat 106.90g	137%
Saturated Fat 62.30g	312%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 302mg	101%
Sodium 5820mg	253%
Total Carbohydrate 242.60g	88%
Dietary Fiber 32.00g	114%
Total Sugars 42.10g
Protein 29.40g	59%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 411mg	32%
Iron 16mg	88%
Potassium 5118mg	109%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.9%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 47.3%