Description
Creamy and comforting, this Potato Leek Soup is a classic French dish perfect for a cozy meal. Made with tender leeks, Yukon Gold potatoes, and a touch of cream, this soup is both satisfying and delicious.
Ingredients
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Leek Mixture:
- 3 large leeks, white and light green parts only, cleaned and sliced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
Soup:
- 4 cups Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh chives for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Leek Mixture: In a large pot, melt the butter and cook leeks and onion until soft.
- Add Ingredients: Add potatoes, broth, thyme, and bay leaf. Simmer until potatoes are tender.
- Purée Soup: Blend the soup until smooth. Stir in cream, season, and reheat if needed.
- Serve: Garnish with chives and serve hot.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half or whole milk instead of heavy cream.
- Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
