Cozy Winter Recipe: Creamy Potato Leek Soup

The Perfect Winter Warm-Up: Creamy Potato Leek Soup

Today, I am excited to share with you a comforting and hearty recipe for creamy potato leek soup. As the weather starts to cool down, there’s nothing better than a steaming bowl of soup to warm you up from the inside out. This recipe is simple to make, yet incredibly flavorful, making it the perfect dish for a cozy night in or a casual dinner with friends.

Ingredients:

• 500g potatoes, peeled and diced
• 200g leeks, washed and sliced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 liter vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Kitchen Tools:

• chef’s knife
• cutting board
• soup pot
• immersion blender

To start, heat the olive oil in a soup pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and leeks, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Next, add the diced potatoes, vegetable broth, and fresh thyme leaves to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Once the potatoes are cooked through, use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth and creamy. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the soup simmer for another 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Serve the creamy potato leek soup hot, garnished with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh thyme leaves. This soup is perfect on its own as a light lunch or dinner, or you can pair it with a crusty bread or a simple salad for a more substantial meal.

This recipe makes about 4 servings, with each serving weighing approximately 400g. One serving of this creamy potato leek soup is around 300 calories, making it a healthy and delicious option for a winter meal.

Clever Tip:

For an extra creamy texture, try adding a splash of whole milk or coconut milk to the soup right before serving. This will give the soup a velvety finish and a luxurious mouthfeel that will have your guests coming back for seconds.

I hope you give this creamy potato leek soup a try and enjoy it as much as I do. Feel free to customize the recipe with your favorite herbs or spices to make it your own. Happy cooking!