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Potage Parmentier - Leek & Potato Soup

This delicious leek and potato soup is one of the great classics of French cuisine. This soup can be made ahead and enjoyed either hot or cold (Vichyssoise) in the warmer months.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 349 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: French

Ingredients

  • 2 cloves garlic peeled & smashed
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 3 medium leeks
  • 3 medium potatoes medium wax/starch, peeled and cut into small cubes
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 small bay leaf
  • 950 mls vegetable stock 4 cups, or chicken stock (warm)
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional)
  • salt to taste
  • a pinch freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • a handful fresh parsley leaves or basil

Instructions

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  1. Wash the leeks to remove any soil, then trim off the end and the greener section, leaving the white & light green parts of the leek. Slice the remaining leek into thin rings.
  2. Melt butter in a medium saucepan or Dutch oven on low heat, and add the garlic. When garlic begins to soften (after 1 minute), add the sliced leeks and mix well. Then cover and cook for 10 minutes.
  3. Pour in the stock, add the potatoes, thyme, bay leaf, and bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat and cook for a further 15 minutes till the potatoes are tender.
  5. Discard the bay leaf, and blend the soup till it is smooth.
  6. Stir in the cream (optional), taste and add salt if required and some black pepper, then garnish with fresh parsley or basil.

Notes

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  • To serve cold, chill for around 4 hours.
  • Select all purpose potatoes such as Yukon Gold or Désirée as they are not too waxy or starchy (floury).
  • Transfer to an airtight container and chill for up to 3 days.
  • This soup can be frozen without the cream. Transfer to a ziplock bag or airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost in the fridge overnight, and reheat on the stovetop on medium heat till warm, then stir in the cream (if using).

Nutrition Information

Calories 349kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 39g (13%) Protein 12g (24%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Cholesterol 48mg (16%) Sodium 476mg (20%) Potassium 1032mg (29%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 1573IU (31%) Vitamin C 27mg (30%) Calcium 105mg (11%) Iron 7mg (39%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 349

% Daily Value*

Calories 349kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 39g 13%
Protein 12g 24%
Fat 17g 26%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Cholesterol 48mg 16%
Sodium 476mg 20%
Potassium 1032mg 22%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 1573IU 31%
Vitamin C 27mg 30%
Calcium 105mg 11%
Iron 7mg 39%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.