POTATO AND LEEK SOUP
Steps:
- Trim the green portions of the leek and, using 2 of the largest and longest leaves, make a bouquet garni by folding the 2 leaves around the bay leaves, peppercorns and thyme. Tie into a package-shaped bundle with kitchen twine and set aside. (Alternately, tie 2 leek leaves, bay leaves, peppercorns and thyme together in a piece of cheesecloth.) Using a sharp knife, halve the white part of the leek lengthwise and rinse well under cold running water to rid the leek of any sand. Slice thinly crosswise and set aside. In a large soup pot over medium heat, melt the butter and add the bacon. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the bacon is very soft and has rendered most of its fat. Add the chopped leeks and cook until wilted, about 5 minutes. Add the wine and bring to a boil. Add the reserved bouquet garni, chicken stock, potatoes, salt and white pepper, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are falling apart and the soup is very flavorful. Remove the bouquet garni and, working in batches, puree the soup in a food processor or blender. (Alternately, if you own an immersion blender, puree the soup directly in the pot.) Stir in the creme fraiche and adjust the seasoning, if necessary. Serve immediately, with some of the snipped chives sprinkled over the top of each bowl of soup.
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Mahmuda Parul
[email protected]I made this soup for my family and they loved it! It's a great soup for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting and it's packed with flavor.
Afghan Badshah
[email protected]This soup is amazing! It's so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love the combination of potatoes and leeks. I also like to add a little bit of chopped ham or sausage to the soup for extra protein.
Mridul Khan
[email protected]This soup is delicious! I love the creamy texture and the rich flavor. I also love the addition of the bacon, which gives the soup a smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this soup again.
Dan Affa
[email protected]I love this soup! It's so creamy and flavorful. I also love that it's so easy to make. I usually make a big batch of this soup and freeze it for later. It's always a hit when I serve it to my friends and family.
Nur MOHAMMOD
[email protected]This soup is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover potatoes and leeks. I usually add a little bit of extra garlic and onion to the soup for extra flavor.
Eunique Kimber
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of potato soup, but this soup changed my mind. It's so creamy and flavorful. I love the combination of potatoes and leeks. I also like to add a little bit of grated cheese to the soup for extra flavor.
U.CFranklin.E.R
[email protected]This soup is just what I needed on a cold winter day. It's so warm and comforting. I love the creamy texture and the delicious flavor. I will definitely be making this soup again.
Afaq Wafa
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that I can use frozen potatoes and leeks. I also like to add a little bit of chopped carrots or celery for even more vegetables.
Vicor Ifeanyi
[email protected]I made this soup for my husband and he loved it! He said it was the best potato and leek soup he's ever had. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect.
Sarfaraz khosa
[email protected]This soup is amazing! It's so creamy and flavorful. I love the combination of potatoes and leeks. I also like to add a little bit of chopped ham or sausage to the soup for extra protein.
NoiH gann
[email protected]I've made this soup several times and it's always delicious. It's a great way to use up leftover potatoes and leeks. I usually add a little bit of extra garlic and black pepper to taste.
cash haller
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use frozen potatoes and leeks, so it's a great way to use up leftovers. I also like to add a little bit of grated nutmeg to the soup for extra flavor.
Rasel, khan Ali
[email protected]I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the addition of the bacon, which gave the soup a smoky flavor. Next time, I might try adding some chopped carrots or celery for even more vegetables.
ayomide Aborode
[email protected]This potato and leek soup was a hit with my family! It was creamy, flavorful, and packed with vegetables. The leeks added a subtle sweetness that perfectly complemented the potatoes. I will definitely be making this soup again.