Potato-Leek Soup Recipe

Potato-leek soup, also known as Vichyssoise, is a classic French soup that is traditionally served chilled. However, this recipe is for a warm version of the soup.

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

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Potato-Leek Soup Recipe

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: International Courses: Lunch, Soup, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

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

Servings: 4 Calories: 800

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Potatoes
• 300 gram Leeks
• 4 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoon Chives

Instructions

1. Peel and chop the potatoes into small cubes.
2. Slice the leeks.
3. Heat olive oil in a large pot and sauté the leeks and garlic until softened.
4. Add the potatoes and vegetable broth to the pot.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
6. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
7. Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and black pepper.
8. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
9. Serve hot, garnished with chives.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 200kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 5g

Protein 5g10%

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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.