Lunche for 4
Irish Oatmeal Leek Soup
Steel-cut oats simmer with leeks, broth, and milk to make a hearty, creamy soup.
Typical price
$4.32for 4 servings
$1.08 per serving$4.32 for 4
Typical price: Salefork's estimate of an everyday US shelf price for each ingredient. Pick your city to price it from this week's ad.
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- 60 minstart to table
- Mediumdifficulty
- 4servings as written
- $typical cost tier
AmericanKid-friendlyBudgetLunchesCold-weather comfortWinter
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Butter$0.40/oz typical | 0.5 oz | $0.20Typical price |
| Leeks and shallots$3.49/lb typical | 0.3 lb | $0.98Typical price |
| Oats$0.10/oz typical | 1.5 oz | $0.15Typical price |
| Broth or stock$0.07/oz typical | 33 oz | $2.32Typical price |
| Milk$0.04/oz typical | 13 oz | $0.51Typical price |
| Mint, dill, rosemary, thyme and other fresh herbs$1.99 each typical | a little | $0.12Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $4.32 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Salt and pepper
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp whipped butter
- 1 1/2 cups 3 large leeks
- 1/2 cup irish steel cut oats
- 4 cups fat-free reduced sodium chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups fat-free milk
- fresh cracked pepper to taste (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh chives for garnish (optional)
Steps
- Slice the leeks and rinse away any dirt.
- Melt the butter in a 4-quart pot over medium heat and cook the leeks for 8 minutes.
- Stir in the oats and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add the broth, salt, and pepper, then simmer for 30 minutes.
- Stir in the milk and simmer gently for 8 minutes.
- Rest the soup for 2 minutes and sprinkle with chives.
Swaps
- Milk for Almond, soy or oat milkabout $0.01/oz more at typical prices
- Butter for Margarine and vegan butterabout $0.15/oz less at typical prices
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