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Potato Leek Soup with Crispy Skins, Sour Cream, and a Lot of Chives

Time
45 min
Makes
Servings: 4 to 6
Ingredients
12
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Ingredients

Amounts
  • 2 tablespoons (30 grams) unsalted butter
  • 4 medium/large leeks
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 pounds (680 grams) russet potatoes
  • 4 cups (950 ml) vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup (120 grams) sour cream
  • 1 small bundle (about 1/2-ounce/15 grams) fresh chives, minced
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