Description
Hearty winter leek potato soup celebrates comfort with creamy French countryside flavors. Simple ingredients blend into a silky, warming bowl that beckons you to savor each delicious spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 leeks, cleaned and chopped
- 12 cup chopped onion
- 4 cups chicken broth
Dairy and Cream:
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 4 ounces (113 grams) shredded Cheddar cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat, gently sauté leeks and onions until they become soft and translucent, releasing their delicate aromatics, approximately 5 minutes.
- Pour broth into the pot, add diced potatoes, and allow the mixture to simmer slowly. Cover and cook until potatoes are completely tender and beginning to break down, roughly 20-25 minutes.
- Introduce half-and-half to the simmering soup, stirring continuously to create a smooth, creamy consistency. Let the liquid gently thicken over medium-low heat for about 10-15 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low, sprinkle in grated cheese and seasonings. Stir carefully until cheese melts completely, creating a rich and velvety texture, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let the soup rest for 2-3 minutes to allow flavors to meld and settle. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving hot with crusty bread or croutons.
Notes
- Choose starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for the creamiest texture and best soup consistency.
- Use low-sodium broth to control salt levels, allowing you to adjust seasoning precisely during cooking.
- Blend a portion of the soup for a silkier texture while keeping some chunks for hearty appeal.
- Make it vegetarian by substituting butter with olive oil and using vegetable broth instead of chicken stock.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg