Creamy Potato Leek Soup

Get ready to cozy up with a bowl of goodness that'll warm both your heart and your taste buds. Today, I’m sharing a delightful recipe for a creamy potato leek soup topped with crispy bacon, melted cheese, and a sprinkle of fresh chives.

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Let’s dive in!

Ingredients:

• 4 leeks, thinly sliced
• 4 Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
• 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup milk or heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
• Shredded cheese (cheddar or your favorite)
• Fresh chives, chopped

Steps:

1. Sauté the Leeks: Heat a pot over medium heat and add a splash of olive oil. Toss in the sliced leeks and cook until they turn soft and slightly golden.
2. Cook the Potatoes: Stir in the diced potatoes and pour in the chicken or vegetable broth. Bring it all to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer until the potatoes are tender enough to be easily pierced with a fork.
3. Blend and Season: Using an immersion blender or transferring in batches to a blender, blend the soup until smooth. Pour in the milk or cream, slowly, stirring gently. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let it simmer for a few more minutes to meld the flavors.
4. Serve with Flair: Ladle the creamy potato leek soup into bowls. Now, here comes the fun part! Sprinkle a generous amount of crispy bacon bits over each bowl, followed by a hearty helping of shredded cheese. Finish it off with a sprinkle of fresh chives for that final touch of color and flavor.

There you have it—a soul-warming bowl of potato leek soup dressed up with crispy bacon, gooey cheese, and aromatic chives. It's comfort food at its finest, guaranteed to bring a smile to your face with every spoonful.

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Warm wishes and happy cooking!