Leek Soup Au Gratin Recipe

Name: Leek Soup Au Gratin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons minced shallots; 5 cups thinly sliced leeks, white part only - about two bunches; Salt; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 4 cups well-flavored chicken stock; Freshly ground white pepper; 1/4 cup grated Gruyere cheese; 4 rounds toasted French bread; 1/2 cup thinly sliced or slivered Gruyere cheese

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons minced shallots
5 cups thinly sliced leeks, white part only - about two bunches
Salt
1/2 cup dry white wine
4 cups well-flavored chicken stock
Freshly ground white pepper
1/4 cup grated Gruyere cheese
4 rounds toasted French bread
1/2 cup thinly sliced or slivered Gruyere cheese

1
Melt butter in a heavy saucepan.
2
Add the shallots, and cook, stirring, until they are tender.
3
Stir in the leeks and continue cooking over low heat until they are well-coated with the butter.
4
Sprinkle with a little salt, cover and cook over low heat until the leeks are soft, about 15 minutes.
5
Uncover and continue to cook the leeks, stirring from time to time, until they are golden.
6
Do not allow them to brown.
7
Stir in the wine, cook for a few minutes, then add the stock.
8
Simmer covered for 45 minutes or longer.
9
The longer the soup simmers the better.
10
Check seasoning, adding more salt and pepper to taste.
11
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
12
Shortly before serving transfer the soup to four heat-proof crocks.
13
Stir a tablespoon of the grated cheese into each.
14
Top each crock with a round of toast and cover the toast with the sliced cheese.
15
Bake until the cheese melts, about 10 minutes.
16
Serve at once.

582

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons minced shallots, 5 cups thinly sliced leeks, white part only - about two bunches, Salt, and more.

Yes, Leek Soup Au Gratin falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Leek Soup Au Gratin

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