Description
A classic creamy Potato Leek Soup made with tender potatoes and mild, sweet leeks. This comforting French dish is smooth, simple, and full of delicate flavor, perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
- 2 leeks, cleaned and sliced
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1/2 cup milk or cream
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: chopped chives for garnish
Instructions
- Melt butter: Melt the butter in a pot over medium heat to prepare the base for sautéing the leeks.
- Sauté leeks: Add the cleaned and sliced leeks to the pot and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes, without browning to maintain their mild flavor.
- Add potatoes and broth: Incorporate the diced potatoes and pour in the broth. Bring the mixture to a boil to start cooking the potatoes through.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer gently for approximately 20 minutes until the potatoes are tender and fully cooked.
- Blend the soup: Using an immersion blender or a stand blender, puree the soup until it reaches a smooth and creamy consistency.
- Add milk or cream and season: Stir in the milk or cream to enrich the soup. Season with salt and black pepper according to your taste.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with chopped chives if desired for a fresh flavor and appealing presentation.
Notes
- Use plant-based milk instead of dairy to create a vegan version of this soup.
- Avoid browning the leeks during sautéing to keep the flavor mild and delicate.
- Adjust the thickness of the soup by adding extra broth if you prefer a thinner consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
