Soupe de poireaux

Soupe de poireaux is a classic French leek soup that is creamy, comforting, and packed with flavor. This vegetarian dish showcases the sweet, mild taste of leeks, making it a perfect starter for any meal.

Ingredients

• Leeks - 2 large, cleaned and chopped
• Potato - 1 medium, peeled and diced (about 150g)
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Butter - 30 g
• Heavy cream - 100 ml
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh chives - for garnish

Steps

1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped leeks and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
2. Add the diced potato to the pot and stir for another 2 minutes.
3. Pour in the vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
4. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. If you prefer a chunkier texture, blend only half of the soup.
5. Stir in the heavy cream, and season with salt and black pepper. Heat through for an additional 2-3 minutes.
6. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh chives before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 9 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Leeks are rich in antioxidants and may help reduce inflammation.
• Potatoes provide a good source of vitamins C and B6, as well as dietary fiber.

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