Satisfying, Yet Light Potato Leek Soup

Ingredients:

• 3 large potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 leeks, cleaned and sliced
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh chives, chopped (for garnish)

Steps:

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
2. Add minced garlic and sliced leeks to the pot. Sauté for a few more minutes until the leeks are softened.
3. Add diced potatoes to the pot and season with salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
4. Pour in vegetable broth, ensuring that the potatoes are covered. Bring the mixture to a boil.
5. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender.
6. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. If you don't have an immersion blender, transfer portions of the soup to a blender and blend until smooth, then return it to the pot.
7. Stir in the milk to achieve the desired consistency. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
8. Let the soup simmer for a few more minutes to meld the flavors.
9. Ladle the Satisfying, Yet Light Potato Leek Soup into bowls.
10. Garnish with fresh chopped chives for added flavor and freshness.

Enjoy this wholesome Potato Leek Soup as a light and satisfying meal, perfect for any time you crave a comforting bowl of goodness.