4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
3 leeks, cleaned and chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups vegetable broth
1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
Salt & pepper, to taste
Begin by thoroughly cleaning the leeks. Slice them and rinse well to remove any dirt or grit. Peel and dice the potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
Place the diced potatoes, chopped leeks, and minced garlic into your slow cooker.
Add the vegetable broth, ensuring the vegetables are completely covered. Stir well to combine.
Set your slow cooker on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes are tender.
Once cooked, use an immersion blender to puree the soup until creamy. For a chunkier texture, blend just half of the soup, then stir back the unblended portion.
Stir in your heavy cream (or alternatives) until well mixed. Let it warm through for another 10 minutes on low heat.
Taste and season with salt, pepper, or additional herbs to your liking. Don’t be afraid to adjust to make it your own!
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs, croutons, or a drizzle of olive oil for a final touch!