Bacon, leek and potato soup

soupTry out this delicious bacon, leek & potato soup.
Perfect for lunch or dinner. Because let’s face it who doesn’t love bacon!


25 grams of butter
3 rashers bacon, chopped
1 onion
400 grams of leeks, sliced and washed well
3 medium floury potatoes, peeled and diced
6 cups liquid chicken stock
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup of cream (optional )
3 additional rashers bacon, chopped and cooked until crispy
1/4 cup chopped parsley.


  1. Melt the butter in a large heavy based saucepan.
  2. Add bacon and onion and cook for 5 minutes, stirring until the onion softens.
  3. Stir in leeks and potatoes and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Add the chicken stock and bring to boil, then turn down the heat and simmer for 15-20 mins until vegetables are tender.
  5. Puree mixture until smooth.
  6. Return soup to pan, pour in cream and gently reheat, stirring well.
  7. Serve, scattered with crispy bacon and chopped parsley.

Serves 6

Recipe courtesy of member BJB