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Leek and Potato Soup

A comforting and creamy soup made with leeks and potatoes, perfect for chilly evenings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: French
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 leeks cleaned and sliced
  • 2 medium potatoes peeled and diced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh chives for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Blender or immersion blender

Method
 

  1. Start by washing the leeks thoroughly to remove any dirt.
  2. Slice them and chop the onion to create a flavor base for the soup.
  3. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  4. Add the chopped onion and sliced leeks to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until they soften.
  5. Stir in the diced potatoes and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  6. Add the vegetable broth and bring it to a boil.
  7. Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes.
  8. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth.
  9. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.

Notes

For an extra touch, reserve some sautéed leeks to sprinkle on top before serving.