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Creamless Potato Leek Soup with Whole Wheat Parmesan Croutons Closeup on Two Bowls
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Creamless Potato Leek Soup

Creamless Potato Leek Soup is rich and creamy without a single drop of cream!  It's all in the potatoes.
Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 306kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 leeks white and light green parts sliced
  • 3 carrots peeled and diced
  • 3 stalks celery finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 5 small or 3 medium potatoes peeled and diced
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme chopped
  • 5 cups vegetable broth
  • For the Parmesan croutons:
  • 2 cups whole wheat bread cut into 1" chunks
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In large soup pot, add olive oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add onion, leeks, carrots, celery, garlic, and potatoes, season with salt and pepper, and cook until softened, about 10-12 minutes.
  • Add thyme and vegetable broth, and bring to a simmer.
  • Reduce heat and let cook for 15 more minutes, until potatoes are softened.
  • Using an immersion blender or high-powered blender, puree until smooth.
  • To make the croutons:
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Add olive oil to a bowl, then add bread cubes, tossing to coat.
  • Toss with cheese and season with salt and pepper.
  • Place on baking sheet and bake in preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, until golden.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-5 days. 

Nutrition

Calories: 306kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 938mg | Potassium: 974mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 6351IU | Vitamin C: 31mg | Calcium: 161mg | Iron: 7mg