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Garlicky Leek and Artichoke Soup is for Soup.

Garlicky Leek and Artichoke Soup takes 20 minutes to prepare.

Garlicky Leek and Artichoke Soup takes 30 minutes to cook.

Garlicky Leek and Artichoke Soup makes 6 servings.

The ingredients for Garlicky Leek and Artichoke Soup are:

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium leeks, white parts chopped (2 cups)
9 cloves garlic, peeled
2 cups vegetable broth
2 cups water
2 9.9-oz. jars water-packed artichokes hearts, rinsed and drained
2 medium boiling potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces (3/4 cup)
6 fresh thyme sprigs
2 teaspoons lemon juice
6 tablespoons prepared basil pesto

Here is how you make Garlicky Leek and Artichoke Soup:

Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add leeks and garlic, and saute 5 minutes, or until leeks are softened and translucent. Add broth, artichokes, potatoes, thyme and 2 cups water; cover, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; season with salt and pepper and simmer, partially covered for 20 to 25 minutes, or until potatoes and garlic are very tender.Remove thyme sprigs, and strip remaining thyme leaves into soup pot. Transfer soup to blender or food processor, and blend until smooth. Return to pot and stir in lemon juice. Taste again for seasoning, and add more salt and pepper if needed. Ladle soup into bowls, and garnish each with 1 tablespoon pesto.Number of Servings: 6Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user ELIZABETHDEAN.

The nutritional information for Garlicky Leek and Artichoke Soup is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 6
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 163.5

• Total Fat: 10.6 g
• Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
• Sodium: 667.0 mg
• Total Carbs: 16.2 g
• Dietary Fiber: 1.9 g
• Protein: 2.9 g

The dietary needs meet for Garlicky Leek and Artichoke Soup is Vegan