Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable Cheesy Leek and Mustard Soup! This comforting and creamy soup is a perfect blend of savory and tangy flavors, featuring tender leeks, sharp mustard, and a velvety cheese sauce. Whether you're seeking a hearty lunch option, a light dinner, or a cozy appetizer, this versatile soup has you covered. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore two irresistible variations of this soup: a classic version and a delightful vegan alternative. Both recipes promise an explosion of taste that will tantalize your palate and warm your soul. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on a culinary adventure with our Cheesy Leek and Mustard Soup!
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
CHEESY POTATO LEEK SOUP
This recipe is an offshoot of the more classical potato leek soups. This is sort of a meat-and-potatoes type of recipe! It has a lot of cheese in it and can be served chunky or smooth. It is a family-favorite!
Provided by KymarahD
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Potato Soup Recipes
Time 1h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Melt butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Saute leeks, onion, garlic, bay leaves, and coriander in hot butter and oil until softened and translucent, about 7 minutes. Add potatoes and chicken bouillon to the pot and pour enough chicken stock over the top to cover vegetables. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
- Mash potatoes to desired consistency with a potato masher. Stir Colby-Monterey Jack cheese and cream into potato mixture, return soup to a simmer, and cook until cheese melts and soup is hot, about 15 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper. Remove and discard bay leaves.
- Ladle soup into bowls and top with chives.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 391.6 calories, Carbohydrate 32.3 g, Cholesterol 76.3 mg, Fat 25.4 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 15.5 g, Sodium 769.6 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
CHEESY LEEKS
These bubbling, cheesy leeks are the ultimate side dish, perfect for a Sunday roast or family meal. Top with breadcrumbs for a crisp crust
Provided by Georgina Kiely - Digital food editor, bbcgoodfood.com
Time 40m
Yield as a side
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Tip the leeks into a steamer basket and steam for 6-8 mins until bright green and just becoming tender.
- Meanwhile, heat the butter and flour together in a saucepan, stirring until you have a thick paste. Add the milk, a splash at a time, stirring continuously until all the milk has been added. Cook for 2-3 mins more until the sauce has thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon. Stir in most of the Yeo valley Organic mature cheddar, the mustard and some seasoning.
- Fold the steamed leeks into the cheese sauce, then tip everything into an ovenproof baking dish. Scatter over the breadcrumbs, thyme and remaining cheese, then bake for 20 mins until golden, crisp on top and bubbling at the edges. Leave to stand for 5 mins before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 17 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 16 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 10 grams protein, Sodium 0.74 milligram of sodium
CHEESY LEEKS & HAM
A low-carb leek, ham and cheese meal in 25 minutes
Provided by Merrilees Parker
Categories Lunch, Main course, Snack, Supper
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oven to 200C/fan180C/gas 6. Cook the leeks in a pan of boiling salted water for 4-5 mins or until just tender. Drain and cool under a cold tap to stop them from cooking any further, then drain again well and pat dry on kitchen paper.
- Wrap each leek in a slice of ham, then arrange, side-by-side, in a large baking dish. Mix the cheddar in a bowl with the Dijon mustard and crème fraîche, until well combined. Season to taste. Spread over the leeks, then bake for 15-20 mins until bubbling and golden brown. Serve at once with plenty of crusty bread to mop up the juices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Fat 21 grams fat, SaturatedFat 12 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 6 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 20 grams protein, Sodium 2 milligram of sodium
CHEESY LEEK AND MUSTARD SOUP
A gorgeously creamy leek soup with a tangy cheese and mustard kick. Best served with cheese and onion bread or walnut bread.
Provided by Lesley Robinson
Categories Cream Soups
Time 2h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large pot over medium heat, saute the leeks, onion, potato and carrot in the butter or margarine and the olive oil for 10 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender.
- Mix the mustard powder and cornstarch with the 1/2 cup water to make a thin paste. Set aside.
- Season the vegetable mixture with salt and pepper and sugar. Stir in the mustard-water mixture and the 5 cups water. Bring mixture to a boil. Stir in the bouillon cube, reduce heat and simmer for about one hour, until reduced by half.
- Using a hand blender or upright blender, puree mixture until frothy but not completely smooth.
- Return this to the pot and bring to a boil. Stir in the heavy cream, Gruyere and Cheddar cheeses. Heat until cheeses melt, do not boil. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 478.7 calories, Carbohydrate 41.9 g, Cholesterol 92.6 mg, Fat 32.4 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 16.9 g, Sodium 162.3 mg, Sugar 10.4 g
Tips:
- For a smoother soup, use an immersion blender to blend the soup until it reaches your desired consistency. - If you don't have an immersion blender, you can also transfer the soup to a regular blender in batches and blend until smooth. - Be careful not to overcook the leeks, as they can become tough and stringy. - If you don't have dry mustard, you can use prepared yellow mustard instead. Just use half the amount, as prepared mustard is more concentrated. - Serve the soup with a sprinkling of fresh chives or parsley for a pop of color and flavor.Conclusion:
This cheesy leek and mustard soup is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy soup recipe, give this one a try!
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