Savory Chipotle Potato Leek Soup Recipe

Ingredients

• ¼ cup of butter
• Chopped 2 large leeks, focusing on the white and light green parts, or adjust to your preference
• Salt to your liking
• Diced 1 red bell pepper
• Minced 4 cloves of garlic, adjust to taste
• Minced 1 chipotle pepper in adobo, adjust according to your preference
• A pinch of ground cumin, season to taste
• A pinch of dried thyme, season according to your liking
• White pepper to your taste preference
• 4 cups of vegetable broth
• Diced 3 Yukon Gold potatoes
• ½ cup of milk
• ¼ cup of heavy whipping cream

Step 1

In a large pot, gently melt some butter over medium-low heat until it turns into a golden liquid. Toss in the leeks, a sprinkle of salt, and let them mingle and soften for around 20 minutes, with occasional stirring. Now, introduce the vibrant red bell pepper and minced garlic to the pot, sautéing for an additional 2 minutes. Sprinkle in the chipotle pepper, fragrant cumin, a hint of thyme, and a dash of white pepper, letting the flavors dance together for another 2 minutes.

Step 2

Pour in the vegetable broth and the cubed potatoes, allowing them to cozy up in the pot. Let the mixture reach a gentle boil before lowering the heat, covering the pot, and letting the soup simmer until the potatoes are tender, which should take about 30 minutes. To enrich the soup, stir in a combination of milk and cream, letting the creamy goodness meld with the savory flavors. Once done, take the pot off the heat and allow it to cool slightly for 10 to 15 minutes.

Step 3

Using an immersion blender, puree the soup to your desired level of smoothness, creating a velvety texture. Return the pot to a simmer, ensuring the soup is heated through for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully. Serve and enjoy this delightful and comforting soup!