Leek and Potato Soup with Shrimp

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Leeks are softened and slow-cooked with potatoes creating a savory flavor. The surprise addition of shrimp sweetens the creamy soup, making it a perfect starter course or a light dinner.

Submitted by Diana71
Updated on February 12, 2025
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • ¼ cup butter

  • 2 medium leeks, chopped

  • 1 large onion, chopped

  • 1 (32 ounce) carton Swanson Chicken Broth

  • 3 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice

  • 1 teaspoon curry powder

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 cup milk

  • 1 pound cooked shrimp, peeled, diced

Directions

  1. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in leeks and onions; cook slowly until softened, 5 to 7 minutes.

  2. Stir in Swanson Chicken Broth; add potatoes. Season with curry powder, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.

  3. Stir in milk; add shrimp. Heat until soup just starts to simmer again.

Cook's Note:

The recipe uses milk to keep the soup light, but substitute cream for milk, and you'll have a richness factor that adjusts the recipe from delicate to decadent.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

212 Calories
7g Fat
21g Carbs
16g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 212
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g 9%
Saturated Fat 4g 21%
Cholesterol 131mg 44%
Sodium 672mg 29%
Total Carbohydrate 21g 8%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 16g 31%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 89mg 7%
Iron 3mg 17%
Potassium 555mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.