Sharon's Potato Soup With Lavender (Vegetarian-Frie

Name: Sharon's Potato Soup With Lavender (Vegetarian-Friendly)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ teaspoon cumin seed; 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender buds; ¼ cup unsalted butter; 3 leeks, cut in half lengthwise and thinly sliced (white and pale green parts only); 1 medium carrot, diced; 1 stalk celery & leaves, sliced; 1 -2 garlic clove; 1 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour; 8 cups chicken broth or 8 cups vegetable broth; 5 medium yukon gold potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (original recipe used russets-also, your choice to peel the Yukons); 1 large fresh poblano pepper, roasted, peeled, seeded, and chopped; 1 teaspoon TABASCO brand Chipotle Pepper Sauce or 1 teaspoon minced chipotle chile in adobo; ½ tablespoon black peppercorns; 2 bay leaves; 1 cup heavy cream; sea salt & freshly ground black pepper; fresh chives or green onion, chopped, for garnish

Servings: persons

½ teaspoon cumin seed
1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender buds
¼ cup unsalted butter
3 leeks, cut in half lengthwise and thinly sliced (white and pale green parts only)
1 medium carrot, diced
1 stalk celery & leaves, sliced
1 -2 garlic clove
1 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
8 cups chicken broth or 8 cups vegetable broth
5 medium yukon gold potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (original recipe used russets-also, your choice to peel the Yukons)
1 large fresh poblano pepper, roasted, peeled, seeded, and chopped
1 teaspoon TABASCO brand Chipotle Pepper Sauce or 1 teaspoon minced chipotle chile in adobo
½ tablespoon black peppercorns
2 bay leaves
1 cup heavy cream
sea salt & freshly ground black pepper
fresh chives or green onion, chopped, for garnish

1
Toast the cumin seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
2
Transfer to a spice grinder and add the lavender.
3
Pulse until finely ground.
4
Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
5
Add the leeks, carrots, celery, and garlic.
6
Cook 5 minutes, or until leeks are soft.
7
Stir in the flour.
8
Add the broth, potatoes, poblano peppers, Tabasco chipotle sauce (or chipotle in adobe peppers), and cumin/ lavender mixture.
9
Tie up the peppercorns and bay leaves in a small square of cheesecloth or tea infuser and add to the pot.
10
Simmer for 25 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork tender.
11
Remove and discard the cheesecloth bundle.
12
Optional : *Using an immersion blender or food processor and working in batches, blend the soup until smooth.
13
*Note: I didn't puree the soup although again, that is your choice.
14
I *much* preferred the soup not pureed.
15
Stir in the heavy cream being careful not to boil or burn the soup.
16
Season with salt and pepper.
17
Ladle into individual soup bowls and sprinkle with fresh chives or green onions.

1257

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

155

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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

My Personal Notes

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

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ teaspoon cumin seed, 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender buds, ¼ cup unsalted butter, 3 leeks, cut in half lengthwise and thinly sliced (white and pale green parts only), and more.

Yes, Sharon's Potato Soup With Lavender (Vegetarian-Friendly) 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.

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Sharon's Potato Soup With Lavender (Vegetarian-Friendly)

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