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French Leek Soup

French Leek Soup or Vichyssoise is a classic soup made from leeks, potatoes, broth and cream. Served hot or cold.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Soups and stews
Cuisine: French
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 404kcal
Author: Sarah Baumeister

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp. butter
  • 2 leeks mostly the white parts thinly sliced
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 russet potatoes peeled and diced
  • 4 cups chicken stock
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ tsp. pepper

Instructions

  • Split leeks lengthwise and wash to remove any grit. Slice thinly, using mostly the white parts and only a few inches of the green.
  • Sweat leeks and minced garlic in butter, but do not brown.
  • Add in diced potatoes and chicken stock and let simmer for 20-25 minutes, until the potatoes are cooked through.
  • Turn off heat and pulse with an immersion blender until you reach your desired thickness (I like it to be a little chunky).  
  • Add in heavy cream and stir. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 404kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 727mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g