Velvety Leek Soup Recipe

Name: Velvety Leek Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 teaspoons unsalted butter; 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil; 11 medium leeks (white and light green parts only), 9 chopped and 2 thinly sliced crosswise for garnish; 4 medium white onions, chopped; 1 quart water; 3 medium red potatoes, peeled and chopped; 1/2 cup milk; 1/2 cup heavy cream; Salt and freshly ground white pepper; 1 tablespoon minced chives; 8 small parsley sprigs

Servings: persons

4 teaspoons unsalted butter
4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
11 medium leeks (white and light green parts only), 9 chopped and 2 thinly sliced crosswise for garnish
4 medium white onions, chopped
1 quart water
3 medium red potatoes, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
Salt and freshly ground white pepper
1 tablespoon minced chives
8 small parsley sprigs

1
In a large heavy saucepan, melt the butter in 2 teaspoons of the olive oil.
2
Add the chopped leeks and onions and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 10 minutes.
3
Add the water and bring to a simmer.
4
Cover and cook for 10 minutes.
5
Add the potatoes, cover and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
6
Working in batches, puree the soup in a blender.
7
Return the soup to the saucepan.
8
Stir in the milk and cream and cook, stirring occasionally, until bubbles appear around the edge, about 6 minutes.
9
Season with salt and white pepper.
10
In a small skillet, heat the remaining 2 teaspoons of olive oil.
11
Add the sliced leeks and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until tender, about 4 minutes.
12
Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with the leeks, chives and parsley and serve.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 teaspoons unsalted butter, 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, 11 medium leeks (white and light green parts only), 9 chopped and 2 thinly sliced crosswise for garnish, 4 medium white onions, chopped, and more.

Yes, Velvety Leek Soup 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.

Velvety Leek Soup

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