leek soup

Recipe by
Carolyn Haas
Whitewater, WI

Most leek soup recipes call for potatoes, this one doesn't - good if you're counting carbs.

yield 4 -6
prep time 10 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For leek soup

  • 1 1/2 lb
    leeks
  • 1 lb
    lean ground beef
  • 2 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 3 1/4 c
    beef broth
  • 4 oz
    portabella mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
  • 3 oz
    cream cheese, cut into cubes
  • salt and pepper to taste

How To Make leek soup

  • 1
    Cut away the dark green leaves an inch or so above the white part of the leeks. Cut leeks into ¼" - ½" slices. Put these into a large bowl of water. Separate leek slices and swish to remove dirt and sand. Drain.
  • 2
    In a large saucepan, brown ground beef in olive oil. Add leeks, frying for several minutes. Add beef broth and mushrooms. Simmer, covered for 15 minutes.
  • 3
    Remove from heat. Add cream cheese, stirring to melt. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
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