Description
A classic creamy soup made with tender potatoes and mild, sweet leeks. This comforting 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
- Heat Butter or Oil: Melt butter in a pot over medium heat to create a flavorful base for the soup.
- Sauté Leeks: Add sliced leeks and cook gently until they are soft and tender, about 5 minutes, without browning to keep their mild sweetness.
- Add Potatoes and Broth: Stir in the diced potatoes and pour in the broth, then bring the mixture to a boil to start cooking the potatoes thoroughly.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for approximately 20 minutes until the potatoes become tender and fully cooked.
- Blend the Soup: Use an immersion blender or transfer to a blender to puree the soup until it reaches a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Add Milk or Cream and Season: Stir in the milk or cream to enrich the soup, then season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with chopped chives if desired for a fresh, subtle onion flavor.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute with plant-based milk and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- Avoid browning the leeks to maintain a delicate, mild flavor.
- Adjust the soup thickness by adding extra broth if you prefer a thinner consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
