This creamy leek and potato soup is a hug in a bowl-simple to make but full of flavour. With sweet leeks, tender potatoes, a hint of saffron and melty swiss cheese, its comforting and elegant all at once,set out a garnish platter with chopped bacon, avocado and fresh herbs so everyone can add to their own. and of course it is gluten free!
Fully Loaded Leek And Potato Soup Great For Entertaining!
Course: Soups6
servings30
minutes40
minutes300
kcalIngredients
Directions
Fully Loaded Leek And Potato Soup
Course: SoupsCuisine: FrenchDifficulty: Easy6
servings40
minutes40
minutes390
kcalCreamy comforting and full of flavour with a platter of garnishes that brings it to next level goodness!
Ingredients
- Soup Base
5-6 medium potatoes (about 2 1/2 lbs)
2 ribs celery finely chopped
3-4 leeks, cleaned and sliced (white part only)
2 tablespoons butter
2 cups chicken stock
1 cup half and half
3 saffron threads
1-2 tsp cracked pepper (to taste)
1 tsp salt (or to taste)
fresh grated parmesan cheese
- Garnish Platter
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 ripe avocado, sliced
2 slices cooked bacon, chopped
1/2 cup grated swiss cheese
Directions
- Prep The Leeks
- Cut off the root ends and tough green tops. Slice the leeks lengthwise and rinse well to remove any hidden grit, then slice thinly.
- Cook the vegetables:
- In a large pot, melt two tablespoons butter, cooking leeks on medium heat until lightly softened, about 2 minutes. Add chicken stock, celery and potatoes bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cover and cook about 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Blend:
- For a smoother texture, blend the soup using an immersion or stand mixer.
- Add cream and saffron:
- Stir in the half- and half, swiss cheese, parmesan, saffron threads, salt and pepper. Cook on low heat heat until cheese is melted and soup is heated through-about 10 minutes. Let it sit covered until ready to serve.
- Taste and adjust:
- Check seasoning and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve with garnishes:
- Pour soup into bowls and serve with the platter of garnishes.
