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Potato & Leek Soup with Spicy Chorizo and White Cheddar

Potato Leek Soup with Spicy Chorizo & White Cheddar

A bowl of warm comfort with this twist on the classic Potato Leek Soup. Spicy chorizo and creamy white cheddar add so much flavor to this easy, wholesome soup!
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Total Time 50 mins
Course Main Course
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp avocado or olive oil
  • 1 lb spicy (or regular) chorizo
  • 1 white onion diced
  • 2 leek cleaned well & diced (only the white and light green parts)
  • 2 lbs baby red potatoes cubed
  • 7 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp Herbes de Provence or Italian Seasoning
  • 2 tsp salt
  • pinch of pepper
  • 2 cups white cheddar cheese grated
  • parsley, to garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add oil and allow to heat for another minute. Sauté the chorizo until well browned. Remove chorizo with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  • Add the diced onion and leeks to the pot. Add a drizzle of oil if needed. Cook for a couple of minutes until soft, stirring frequently.
  • Add the diced potatoes, seasoning and broth.
  • Bring to a boil, turn to medium-low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until potatoes are fork tender.
  • Using an immersion blender, or transferring to a normal blender, blend soup until creamy.
  • Return the soup to the pot and on low heat, add the cheese. Stir until melted. Add the chorizo back in, saving a small amount for garnishing.
  • Adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Garnish with parsley and chorizo crumbles.
Keyword chorizo, leek, potatoes, soup, spicy, white cheddar