Dinner for 6
Potato Leek Soup
$4.24for 430 minServes 6
Leeks, onion, and potatoes simmer in seasoned broth, then blend with milk for a smooth soup.
Photo: skinnytaste.com
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Leeks and shallots, 0.65 lb$3.49/lb typical | 0.65 lb | $2.18Typical price |
 | Onions, 0.25 lb$1.29/lb typical | 0.25 lb | $0.32Typical price |
 | Potatoes, 0.9 lb$0.99/lb typical | 0.9 lb | $0.87Typical price |
 | Butter, 0.5 oz$0.40/oz typical | 0.5 oz | $0.20Typical price |
 | Broth, 33 oz$0.07/oz typical | 33 oz | $2.32Typical price |
 | Milk, 4.25 oz$0.04/oz typical | 4.25 oz | $0.17Typical price |
 | Mint, a little$1.99 each typical | a little | $0.25Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $6.36 | ||
Swaps
- Swap potatoes for sweet potatoesabout $0.30/lb more at typical prices
- Swap onions for red onionsabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
- Swap milk for almondabout $0.01/oz more at typical prices
- Swap butter for margarine and vegan butterabout $0.15/oz less at typical prices
Pantry staples you likely have
FlourSalt and pepper
Not included in the cost.
- 30 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 6servings as written
- $typical cost tier
AmericanBudgetFamilySide dishesLunchesDinnersCold-weather comfortWinter
Typical price
$1.06 per serving$4.24 for 4
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The amounts listed are small for a full dinner, so this price per serving is likely low. Plan on a side or a bigger portion.
Ingredients
- 4 leeks
- 1/2 large white onion
- 2 russet potatoes
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1 tbsp butter
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup 2% milk
- salt and fresh pepper (optional)
- fresh chives (optional)
Steps
- Slice the leeks, onion, and potatoes into small pieces.
- Melt the butter in a 4-quart pot over medium heat and cook the leeks and onion for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the potatoes, broth, salt, and pepper, then simmer for 15 minutes until tender.
- Stir in the milk and simmer for 3 minutes.
- Blend the soup until smooth and top with chives.
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