Potato Leek and Bacon Soup
Potato Leek and Bacon Soup is a hearty and comforting dish that combines the creamy richness of potatoes, the subtle sweetness of leeks, and the savory goodness of crispy bacon. It's the perfect blend of flavors that will warm you up on a chilly day!
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 254kcal
Equipment
- 1 instant pot
- 1 wooden spoon
- 1 chef's knife
- 1 Cutting Board
- 1 Frying pan
- Measuring spoons
- measuring cups
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 3 leeks sliced lengthwise then chopped
- 4 cloves garlic diced
- 2 bay leaves
- 4 cups broth
- 3 med/lg potatoes chopped
- 1 cup fresh parsley lightly packed
- 4 cups kale lightly packed
- 2.5 tsp. salt more/less depending on how salty the broth is
- ½ tsp. chili pepper
- ½ tsp. black pepper
- 1 12 oz pack of bacon
- ½ can coconut milk shaken or stirred to mix the contents
Instructions
- Put the Instant Pot on medium on the saute setting, and heat the olive oil.
- Add the leeks, garlic, and bay leaves to the pot. Saute until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Turn off the saute setting, and add in the broth and potatoes. Mix thoroughly.
- Lock the lid, and cook for 2 minutes on the soup setting.
- Meanwhile, cook the bacon until crispy over medium heat in a large frying pan on the stove top (or in the oven) and set aside. Once cooled, break or chop into bite sized pieces.
- When the soup is finished, turn off the instant pot and quick release the steam. When it's finished, open the lid away from you and turn on the keep warm setting. Add the kale, parsley, and spices and simmer for 2-3 minutes and stir until the greens are wilted and softened.
- Shake or stir the can of coconut milk then mix half of the can into the soup, stirring as you pour.
- Top with the bacon and enjoy!
Notes
- Coconut Milk: Make sure you stir or shake the coconut milk and mix it as best as you can!
- Bacon: For a lighter version use some turkey bacon.
- Storage: Make this in advance or store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container!
Nutrition
Calories: 254kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 0.2mg | Sodium: 1325mg | Potassium: 408mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 4487IU | Vitamin C: 50mg | Calcium: 132mg | Iron: 4mg
