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Oma's Leek Soup Recipe (Lauchsuppe)

This leek soup recipe has added cream cheese for that added extra touch for an extra elegant soup. A fantastic starter course for a dinner party.

Ingredients:

• 1½ pounds (681 g) leeks
• 1 pound (454 g) lean ground beef
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
• 3½ cups (840 ml) beef broth
• 1 can mushrooms (undrained)
• 3-ounce (85 g) package cream cheese, cubed
• salt, pepper

Instructions:

1. Cut away the dark green leaves an inch or so above the white part of the leeks. Slice the leeks into ¼- to ½-inch rings. Put these into a large bowl of water. Separate the rings with your fingers and swish them around to remove any dirt and sand. Scoop out the leeks and drain them in a sieve.
2. In a large saucepan, brown the ground beef in olive oil, stirring to break up larger chunks of meat.
3. Add the leeks and sauté for several minutes. Add the broth and mushrooms.
4. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Remove from heat. Add the cream cheese, stirring to melt.
6. Season with salt and pepper, and serve.

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Recipe updated on October 26, 2025