Potato-and-Leek Soup With White Truffle

1. 1

   Remove the outer leaves and the coarse green part from the leeks.

2. 2

   Split them lengthwise and rinse well.

3. 3

   Slice thinly, keeping the green and white parts separate.

4. 4

   Melt 4 tablespoons of the butter in a soup pot set over medium heat and add the bacon.

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   Cook, stirring occasionally, until the bacon is cooked but not browned.

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   (Lower the heat if necessary.)

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   Add the white part of the leeks and the celery and cook, stirring, until tender, 3 to 4 minutes.

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   Add the wine and simmer until the liquid is reduced by half.

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   Add the potatoes, stock, thyme and garlic.

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    Bring to a boil, lower to a simmer and cook until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.

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    Add the green part of the leeks and cook a few minutes, until just tender but still bright green.

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    Remove and discard the bacon and thyme sprig.

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    Working in batches, puree the soup, adding the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter to the blender as you work.

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    Return the soup to the pot and season to taste with salt and pepper.

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    Just before serving, reheat the soup and whisk in the truffle oil.

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    Cut the truffle into slivers and stir it in.

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    Serve with croutons if desired.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.