Potato Leek & Cheese Soup

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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 6
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 220.0
  • Total Fat: 5.2 g
  • Cholesterol: 6.5 mg
  • Sodium: 517.8 mg
  • Total Carbs: 33.0 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 4.0 g
  • Protein: 11.2 g

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Introduction

From home economists K. Moore and R. Wyss From home economists K. Moore and R. Wyss
Number of Servings: 6

Ingredients

    1 tbsp Canola Oil
    3 medium leeks- sliced- white & light green parts only
    1 lb russett\ potatoes, peeled and chopped in cubes
    2 cans (14.5 ounce) fat free, low sodium chicken broth
    1/3 cup fat free half & half
    1/2 tsp dry mustard
    1/2 tsp ground black pepper
    1 & 1/2 cups shredded low fat cheddar cheese
    Chives for garnish

Directions

Makes 6- 1 cup servings
Heat oil in large saucepan over med/high heat. Add leeks and cook 3 - 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add potatoes, chicken broth, half & half, mustard and pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to simmer and cook 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
Add cheese and stir until melted. Transfer soup in small batches to a food processor and blend until smooth. Keep soup warm until ready to serve.

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Number of Servings: 6

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user LAURIEJN.