Leek & Potato Soup

Leek & Potato Soup
  • Author: sebastien100

This leek and potato soup is a hearty and comforting dish that is perfect for chilly days or whenever you need a warm and nourishing meal. The leeks bring a mild sweetness, while the potatoes provide a creamy and velvety texture. This soup is simple to make yet packed with flavor, making it a great option for a satisfying meal.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • * 4 medium - large leeks
  • * 6 medium potatoes
  • * 1 litre vegetable stock
  • * 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • * salt & pepper to taste
  • * 4 tablespoons double cream or 100ml milk (optional

Instructions

  • Chop the top off the leek and trim the roots. Chop the leek in half lengthways and wash under running water, fanning out the layers, to make sure all grit and mud has gone.
  • Wash the potatoes (peel if the skins look bad) and chop into eighths.
  • Chop the leek roughly. Heat the olive oil in a soup pan and add the leeks and potatoes. Stir to coat with oil. Then cover and simmer gently for 10 minutes. Stir occasionally to stop browning.
  • Add the stock and stir well. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes, until the potatoes are soft.
  • Remove from the heat and liquidise. For a bit of variety, you can leave this soup whole, if you prefer.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper and stir in the cream / milk just before serving.
  • Serve hot.

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Yield

Serves 4