Potato Leek Soup with Poblanos and Crispy Bacon - Rick Bayless

Potato Leek Soup with Poblanos and Crispy Bacon - Rick Bayless

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Enjoy a flavorful twist on classic Potato Leek Soup with added poblano chiles and crispy bacon, perfect for soup lovers. Serve up 4½ quarts of this delicious variation.

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Ingredients

  • 2 large poblano chiles
  • 4 to 8 slices thick-sliced bacon, diced
  • 4 cups (about 2 pounds) leeks, white and pale green parts only, sliced 1/2-inch thick
  • 1 large white onion, diced
  • 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 3 large garlic cloves, peeled and cut in half
  • 2 1/2 quarts chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
  • Salt
  • Optional: 2 large grilled boneless chicken breasts, thinly sliced or shredded rotisserie chicken

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