California Pizza Kitchen Potato Leek Soup

Indulge in the creamy comfort of California Pizza Kitchen Potato Leek Soup, a rich and velvety delight that perfectly balances hearty Yukon gold potatoes with the delicate sweetness of sautéed leeks and a hint of garlic. This classic soup marries simplicity with sophistication, enhanced by a touch of heavy cream for an irresistibly smooth texture. Expertly seasoned with thyme and freshly cracked black pepper, every spoonful is a warm, cozy embrace. Ideal for weeknight dinners or as an elegant starter, this soup is ready in under an hour and garnished with fresh chives for a vibrant finish. Perfect for fans of comforting potato soup recipes, it’s a timeless dish that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 medium Leeks (white and light green parts only, cleaned and sliced)
• 2 Garlic cloves (minced)
• 4 cups Yukon gold potatoes (peeled and diced)
• 5 cups Chicken or vegetable stock
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Chives (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter is melted and foamy.

Step 2

Add the sliced leeks and sauté for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and translucent. Avoid browning them.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced potatoes to the pot, followed by the chicken or vegetable stock. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are very tender.

Step 5

Remove the pot from heat and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a blender and puree until smooth.

Step 6

Stir in the heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme leaves (if using). Adjust seasoning to taste as needed.

Step 7

Return the pot to low heat and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Serve the soup hot, garnished with chopped chives.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2763.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2341.8

Total Fat 159.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 81.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 364mg	0%
Sodium 7998.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 196.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.0g	0%
Total Sugars 20.3g
Protein 30.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 271.0mg	0%
Iron 9.7mg	0%
Potassium 4785.8mg	0%

*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: 61.3%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 33.5%