Shortcut Potato Leek Soup with Bacon 5fix

Cozy up with this rich and creamy Shortcut Potato Leek Soup with Bacon 5fix, a fast and flavorful twist on the classic comfort food. Perfect for busy weeknights, this satisfying soup comes together in just 30 minutes using five simple ingredients: smoky bacon, tender leeks, hearty russet potatoes, savory chicken broth, and luscious heavy cream. Crispy bacon pieces add a salty, satisfying crunch to each creamy spoonful, while the natural sweetness of sautéed leeks pairs beautifully with buttery potatoes. With no complicated techniques or hard-to-find ingredients, this recipe is your go-to for a quick, homemade soup packed with gourmet flavor. Serve it as a cozy meal on its own or pair it with crusty bread for an elegant starter you'll want to make again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 slices bacon
• 3 large leeks
• 4 medium russet potatoes
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream

Directions

Step 1

Chop the bacon into small pieces and place in a large pot over medium heat. Cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered bacon fat in the pot.

Step 2

While the bacon cooks, prepare the leeks by cutting off the dark green parts and slicing the white and light green parts into thin rings. Rinse thoroughly to remove grit.

Step 3

Peel the potatoes and cut them into cubes, about 1-inch in size.

Step 4

Add the sliced leeks to the pot with the bacon fat and cook over medium heat until softened, about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Add the cubed potatoes and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to simmer. Cover and cook for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 6

Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the soup in the pot until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a blender to purée, then return it to the pot.

Step 7

Stir in the heavy cream and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Heat through for 2-3 minutes, but do not let it boil.

Step 8

Serve hot, garnished with the crispy bacon pieces and optional toppings like fresh chives or shredded cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2390g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2036.9

Total Fat 98.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 54.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 287.5mg	0%
Sodium 3290.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 220.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.1g	0%
Total Sugars 27.8g
Protein 55.9g	0%

Vitamin D 7.7IU	0%
Calcium 464.2mg	0%
Iron 21.6mg	0%
Potassium 5841.6mg	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: 44.5%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 44.3%