Posted on Monday, June 3, 2024 in
Soup Recipes
Leek soup recipe (receita de sopa de alho Francês), a comforting blend of leeks, potatoes, carrots, and onions, pureed into creamy perfection.
| Preparation time | 15 min |
| Cooking Time | 40 min |
| Ready In | 55 min |
| Level of Difficulty | Easy |
| Servings | 6 Servings |
Ingredients
14 oz (400 g) leeks, chopped1 lb 5 oz (600 g) potatoes, chopped1 lb 5 oz (600 g) carrots, chopped1 large onion, chopped14 oz (400 g) leeks, thinly sliced1/3 cup (80 ml) olive oil1 chicken bouillon cube (optional)Salt to taste
Preparation
- In a pot with 3 quarts (3 liters) of water, add the potatoes, chopped leeks, carrots, onion, and the chicken bouillon cube (optional).
- Season with salt.
- Stir, cover, and let it cook for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the thinly sliced leeks.
- Stir and let it sauté for 10 minutes over medium heat.
- Once the vegetables are cooked, blend the soup with an immersion blender.
- If the soup is too thick, add a bit more water.
- Add the sautéed leeks to the soup.
- Stir and let it cook for another 5 minutes.
- After 5 minutes, it's ready to serve.
Recipe & Photo Credit: Sabor Intenso