Better-than-Mom's Potato Soup

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Soup, Chili & Stew
Better-than-Mom's Potato Soup

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Bowl of potato soup topped with chives and bacon

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Recipe Data

10
Servings
15min
Prep
45min
Total

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    Description

    Pureed russets create a rich, smooth base for tender new potato chunks, sharp cheddar, and smoky ham.

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    Servings and Ingredients

    Ingredients
    Serves 10
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    2 tbsp. Hy-Vee Select olive oil
    3 large leeks, diced
    ¼ c. celery, chopped
    2 clove(s) garlic, minced
    3 (8-oz. each) russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
    4 c. Hy-Vee chicken broth, divided
    2 c. Hy-Vee shredded sharp cheddar cheese
    1 (8-oz.) pkg Hy-Vee cubed cooked ham, about 1 1/2 c.
    1 c. Hy-Vee skim milk
    8 oz. small red potatoes, unpeeled
    Fresh chives, chopped, for garnish

    Things To Grab

    • Large saucepan or Dutch oven
    • Blender
    • Medium microwave-safe dish

    Directions

    1. In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-low heat. Cook leeks, celery and garlic until softened, about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in russet potatoes. Add broth and bring mixture to boiling. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until potatoes are very tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat. Cool slightly.

      Hyvee Culinary Expert Tip
      To clean leeks, trim them, then slit them lengthwise about a third of the way through. You can then open the leaves and wash away dirt from between the layers under cold running water.
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    2. In a blender, puree potato and broth mixture in batches. Return to saucepan. Stir in cheese, ham and milk. Cook over medium heat until cheese melts. (Do not boil.)
    3. Meanwhile, halve or quarter red potatoes as needed for bite-size chunks. Place in a microwave-safe dish. Cover and cook on HIGH for 5 to 8 minutes or until tender. Stir cooked red potatoes and chives into broth mixture and cook until heated through.

    Nutrition facts

    Servings

    240 Calories per serving
    1 cup

    Amounts Per Serving

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 35mg
    • Sodium: 780mg
    • Total Carbohydrates: 23g
    • Protein: 13g

    Daily Values

    0%
    Vitamin A 15%
    0%
    Vitamin C 15%
    0%
    Iron 8%
    0%
    Calcium 20%

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    Hy-Vee Seasons Back to School 2014.