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Ingredients
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 leek, sliced
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2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
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4 cups vegetable stock
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1 russet potato, peeled and chopped
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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12 ounces watercress with stems (about 10 cups)
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon, plus more for garnish
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2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream, plus more for drizzling
Directions
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Gather all ingredients.
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Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium-high. Add leek and garlic; cook, stirring often, until softened, about 4 minutes. Add stock, potato, and salt. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, and cook, undisturbed, until potatoes are tender, about 7 minutes.
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Stir in watercress, and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in tarragon.
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Pour watercress mixture and cream into a blender. Secure lid on blender, and remove center piece to allow steam to escape. Place a clean towel over opening. Process until smooth, about 20 seconds. Divide soup evenly among 6 bowls. Drizzle with additional cream, and garnish with additional tarragon.
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Cook’s Note
You can also puree soup with an immersion blender until smooth, about 4 minutes.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 266 | Calories |
| 4g | Fat |
| 50g | Carbs |
| 9g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
| Calories 266 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat 2g | 12% |
| Cholesterol 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium 196mg | 9% |
| Total Carbohydrate 50g | 18% |
| Dietary Fiber 9g | 34% |
| Total Sugars 6g | |
| Protein 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin C 42mg | 46% |
| Calcium 140mg | 11% |
| Iron 3mg | 17% |
| Potassium 1213mg | 26% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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