Leek-Gruyere Cream Soup

Leeks have been cultivated for thousands of years and were prized by the ancient Egyptians and Romans for their medicinal properties.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Leek-Gruyere Cream Soup

Cooking Method: Blending, Sautéing, Simmering Cuisine: French Courses: Cream Soup, Lunch, Soup Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Leeks
• 50 gram Butter
• 50 gram All-purpose flour
• 4 cup Chicken or vegetable stock
• 100 gram Gruyere cheese
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Chives

Instructions

1. Trim the leeks, wash thoroughly, and slice them.
2. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
3. Add the leeks and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Sprinkle the flour over the leeks and stir well to coat.
5. Gradually pour in the stock, stirring constantly.
6. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
7. Add the grated Gruyere cheese and stir until melted.
8. Remove the pot from the heat and allow the soup to cool slightly.
9. Using a blender or immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth.
10. Return the soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream.
11. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
12. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
13. Serve the soup hot, garnished with chopped chives.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25g39%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 5g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.