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Creamy Potato Leek Soup Recipe with Crispy Bacon Crunch

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A comforting and easy-to-make creamy potato leek soup topped with crispy bacon for a satisfying crunch. Perfect for cozy nights and quick dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 2 large leeks, cleaned and sliced thin (white and pale green parts only)
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh thyme or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place 6 slices of thick-cut bacon in a cold skillet and cook over medium heat until crispy, about 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally. Transfer to paper towel-lined plate to drain, then crumble and set aside.
  2. Trim dark green tops and root ends from leeks. Slice white and pale green parts thinly. Rinse thoroughly in cold water to remove grit and drain well.
  3. In a large Dutch oven, melt 3 tablespoons unsalted butter over medium heat. Add sliced leeks and a pinch of salt. Cook gently, stirring occasionally, until soft and fragrant but not browned, about 8–10 minutes. Add minced garlic in the last minute.
  4. Add diced potatoes to the pot, then pour in 4 cups broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to simmer, cover, and cook until potatoes are tender, about 20–25 minutes.
  5. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup in the pot until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, blend in batches in a regular blender carefully.
  6. Stir in 1 cup heavy cream and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Warm through for 5 minutes without boiling.
  7. Adjust consistency by adding more broth or water if soup is too thick.
  8. Ladle soup into bowls and sprinkle crispy bacon on top. Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley if desired.

Notes

Cook leeks low and slow to bring out natural sweetness and avoid bitterness. Use thick-cut bacon cooked in a cold pan for best crispiness. Blend soup carefully to avoid splatters. Season gradually as potatoes can mask saltiness. Save bacon fat for extra smoky flavor if desired. Soup base can be made ahead and refrigerated; add cream and bacon before serving.

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