4 leeks, chopped and washed, white and light green parts only
2lbs Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and chopped
6cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 bay leaf
1cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a large pot on medium heat, melt the butter.
Add washed and chopped leeks (you can find instructions here) and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently, until leeks are tender and wilted. Add the salt and pepper and stir to coat the leeks.
Add the potatoes, broth and bay leaf, and stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat, and then allow to cook for 25 to 30 minutes until potatoes are tender and can easily be pierced with a fork.
Once the potatoes are cooked, using an immersion blender or in batches using a bar blender, purée until the soup until smooth.
Add cream, stir to combine, and season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
Serve immediately, store in the fridge for up to 5 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 month