Rustic Potato Leek Soup

Rustic Potato Leek Soup is a creamy, comforting classic made with tender potatoes, buttery leeks, and savory chicken stock — perfect for cozy dinners or chilly nights.

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Course: Dinner, Soup

Cuisine: American, French-inspired

Keyword: Rustic Potato Leek Soup

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 35

Total Time: 50

Servings:

Calories: 230kcal

Ingredients

1 stick Butter
1 medium White Onion peeled and diced
3 Leeks halved, cleaned, and sliced
1 rib Celery thinly sliced
3 cloves Garlic minced
6 cups Chicken Stock homemade or store-bought
6 Russet Potatoes peeled, halved, and sliced
1 cup Half & Half
2 Bay Leaves
Salt and Pepper to taste
Freshly cracked Black Pepper for garnish
Green Onions sliced for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Sauté the Veggies

In a large soup pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, sliced leeks, and celery. Cook for 6–8 minutes until soft and fragrant — your kitchen will smell amazing at this point! Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 2: Add Potatoes and Stock

Add the sliced potatoes, chicken stock, and bay leaves. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 3: Blend (Optional)

If you like your soup chunky and rustic (like I do), lightly mash some of the potatoes right in the pot with a wooden spoon. If you prefer a smoother texture, remove the bay leaves and blend the soup with an immersion blender until it reaches your desired consistency.

Step 4: Add the Creamy Goodness

Stir in the half & half and let it warm through — don’t let it boil. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 5: Serve and Garnish

Ladle the soup into bowls and top with green onions, freshly cracked pepper, and your favorite toppings like homemade croutons or Parmesan cheese.

Notes

Don’t rush the leeks — slow-cooking them brings out their sweet flavor.
Always remove the bay leaves before blending.
The soup thickens as it cools, so add a little stock when reheating if needed.

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