Best 12 Leek Potato And Tarragon Soup Recipes

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Leek potato and tarragon soup is a flavorful and comforting dish that is easy to make and perfect for a chilly day. With its creamy texture, hints of tarragon, and hearty vegetables, this soup is sure to satisfy. Let's discover the best recipe for this culinary delight, taking into account essential ingredients, cooking methods, and tips for achieving the perfect balance of flavors.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

LEEK, POTATO, AND TARRAGON SOUP



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Recipe found on Epicurious.com - Bon Appetit/April 2003 edition. A very nice soup to make for the chilly months ahead.

Provided by lauralie41

Categories     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons butter
2 leeks, sliced (white and pale green parts only)
1 small onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, sliced
2 tablespoons water
1/2 lb red potatoes, unpeeled, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4 cups low sodium chicken broth or 4 cups vegetable broth
2 teaspoons fresh tarragon, chopped
1/2 cup whipping cream
1/2 cup plain yogurt

Steps:

  • In a large heavy pot melt the butter over medium heat. Add the leeks, onion, garlic, and 2 tablespoons of water and cook approximately 10 minutes or until the leeks are golden brown.
  • Add potatoes and broth, bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer approximately 10 minutes or until potatoes are fork tender. Stir in tarragon, cream and yogurt, season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.1, Fat 22.4, SaturatedFat 13.5, Cholesterol 67.6, Sodium 194.5, Carbohydrate 23.5, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 5, Protein 8.9

LEEK POTATO SOUP



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Alton Brown's Leek Potato Soup, or vichyssoise, is equally delicious hot or cold, from Good Eats on Food Network.

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound leeks, cleaned and dark green sections removed, approximately 4 to 5 medium
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
Heavy pinch kosher salt, plus additional for seasoning
14 ounces, approximately 3 small, Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and diced small
1 quart vegetable broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 tablespoon snipped chives

Steps:

  • Chop the leeks into small pieces.
  • In a 6-quart saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the leeks and a heavy pinch of salt and sweat for 5 minutes. Decrease the heat to medium-low and cook until the leeks are tender, approximately 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the potatoes and the vegetable broth, increase the heat to medium-high, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and gently simmer until the potatoes are soft, approximately 45 minutes.
  • Turn off the heat and puree the mixture with an immersion blender until smooth. Stir in the heavy cream, buttermilk, and white pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if desired. Sprinkle with chives and serve immediately, or chill and serve cold.

LEEK, POTATO, AND TARRAGON SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Milk/Cream     Potato     Appetizer     Quick & Easy     Yogurt     Leek     Winter     Tarragon     Bon Appétit     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons butter
2 leeks (white and pale green parts only), sliced (about 2 cups)
1 small onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, sliced
2 tablespoons water
1/2 pound red-skinned potatoes, unpeeled, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4 cups low-salt chicken broth or vegetable broth
2 teaspoons chopped fresh tarragon
1/2 cup whipping cream
1/2 cup plain whole yogurt

Steps:

  • Melt butter in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add leeks, onion, garlic, and 2 tablespoons water. Cook until leeks are just golden, about 10 minutes. Add potatoes and broth; bring to boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes. Mix in tarragon. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool slightly. Cover and refrigerate. Rewarm before continuing.) Stir in cream and yogurt. Season soup to taste with salt and pepper.

POTATO LEEK SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY



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Buttery, creamy, and made oh-so fragrant with the help of thyme and chives, this potato leek soup is the perfect companion to any cold weather dinner. Serve with a bit of hot sauce for an extra kick and a sprinkling of croutons for added crunch.

Provided by Merle O'Neal

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons butter
3 large leeks, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 lb potato, cubed
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
6 cups vegetable broth
2 cups water
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
¼ cup fresh chives, chopped
hot sauce, to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter on medium heat in a large pot. Add the chopped leeks and stir until coated with butter.
  • Cover the pot and lower heat, cook for around 10 minutes until the leeks have softened.
  • Increase to medium-high. Add garlic, potatoes, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute, then add vegetable broth, water, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil.
  • Lower heat and cover pot with a lid and simmer for 15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender and easily speared by a fork.
  • Uncover and remove thyme and bay leaf.
  • Use an immersion or countertop blender to blend the soup until smooth.
  • Stir in chives and hot sauce (optional).
  • Allow to cool 2 minutes and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 751 calories, Carbohydrate 67 grams, Fat 49 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 14 grams

LEEK AND POTATO SOUP



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     soups and stews

Time 40m

Yield 4 - 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large leeks
1 pound medium potatoes, like yellow gold, Washington or Idaho
4 tablespoons butter
1 cup finely chopped onions
3 cups fresh or canned chicken stock
2 cups water
1 bay leaf
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Leeks have a great deal of sand between the leaves and must be carefully cleaned. To do this, trim off the root end and cut off and discard the long green stems. Split the leeks lengthwise from the stem end, then turn and split them one more time. Rinse well. Separate the leaves under cold running water, then chop into 1/4-inch pieces.
  • Peel the potatoes and cut them into 1/4-inch cubes (about 2 cups).
  • Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan; add the onions and the chopped leeks. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until wilted. Do not brown.
  • Add the chicken broth, water, bay leaf, salt and pepper, and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat, remove the bay leaf, add the remaining butter and stir. Adjust the seasonings and serve piping hot with croutons.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 170, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 822 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CREAMY POTATO, CARROT, AND LEEK SOUP



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Ever since a trip to Ireland in 2001 I have wanted to recreate a leek soup I enjoyed in a small village restaurant. This is what I came up with and even my husband thinks I nailed it. My kids will eat this because it is smooth and they are not turned off by any particular ingredient.

Provided by Andrea Luhman

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Potato Soup Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter
4 leeks, chopped
4 celery stalks, chopped
4 cups chicken broth
4 cups vegetable broth
6 large potatoes, diced
5 carrots, chopped
2 teaspoons salt
1 bay leaf
1 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a stock pot over medium-high heat. Cook and stir leeks and celery in butter until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Pour chicken broth and vegetable broth into the pot; add potatoes, carrots, salt, and bay leaf.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil and cook until the potatoes and carrots are soft, about 20 minutes. Remove and discard bay leaf.
  • Blend soup with an immersion blender until smooth. Stir cream into the soup, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer soup until thickened, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.1 calories, Carbohydrate 64 g, Cholesterol 50.9 mg, Fat 15 g, Fiber 9.2 g, Protein 8.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 1413.3 mg, Sugar 8.7 g

LEEK AND POTATO SOUP



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This soup is related to brotchán foltchep, a classic leek and oatmeal soup (also known as brotchán roy) that combines leeks, oatmeal and milk. This version is thickened with potatoes instead of oatmeal and flavored with chicken stock instead of milk. Serve it with savory whole wheat scones or slices of brown soda bread.

Categories     Soup/Stew     Food Processor     Onion     Potato     Leek     Spring     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tablespoons butter
3 large leeks (white and pale green parts only), halved lengthwise, thinly sliced (about 4 1/2 cups)
2 large russet potatoes (about 18 ounces total), peeled, diced
4 1/2 cups (or more) chicken stock or canned low-salt broth
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Melt butter in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add leeks; stir to coat with butter. Cover saucepan; cook until leeks are tender, stirring often, about 10 minutes. Add potatoes. Cover and cook until potatoes begin to soften but do not brown, stirring often, about 10 minutes. Add 4 1/2 cups stock. Bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until vegetables are very tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Puree soup in batches in processor until smooth. Return to saucepan. Thin with additional stock if soup is too thick. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.) Bring soup to simmer. Ladle into bowls. Garnish with chives and serve.

LEEK & POTATO SOUP



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Of the winter soups, leek and potato is one of the most comforting and familiar. This easy Vichyssoise recipe by Darina Allen makes the most of seasonal, local veg

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Soup

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

50g butter
450g potatoes, peeled and cut into 1cm pieces (try Golden Wonders or Kerr Pinks)
1 small onion, cut the same size as the potatoes
450g white parts of leeks, sliced (save the green tops for another soup or stock)
850ml-1.2litres/1.5-2pts light chicken or vegetable stock
142ml carton whipping cream
125ml full-fat milk
the white part of 1 leek
a small knob of butter
finely chopped chives

Steps:

  • Melt 50g butter in a heavy saucepan. When it foams, add 450g potatoes, cut into 1cm cubes, 1 small onion, cut the same as the potatoes, and 450g white parts of leeks, sliced and toss them in the butter until they are well coated.
  • Season well with salt and freshly ground pepper and toss again. Put a disc of greaseproof paper (called a cartouche by chefs) on top of the vegetables to keep in the steam), then cover the pan with its lid.
  • Cook over a gentle heat for 10 mins, or until the vegetables are soft but not coloured.
  • Uncover the pan and discard the paper. Pour in 850ml of the light chicken or vegetable stock, bring to the boil and simmer until the vegetables are just cooked - about 5 minutes. Do not overcook or the soup will lose its fresh flavour.
  • Purée in a blender until silky smooth, in batches if necessary, then taste and adjust the seasoning. Return the soup to a clean pan and stir in three quarters of a 142ml carton of whipping cream and 125ml full-fat milk.
  • To finish the soup, finely shred the white part of 1 leek and gently cook it in a small knob of hot butter for a few mins until it is softened but not coloured.
  • Reheat the soup to a gentle simmer (add some extra stock at this point if the soup is too thick for your liking), then pour into warmed bowls.
  • Drizzle the remaining cream over each serving, top with a little pile of buttered leeks and a scattering of chives and black pepper and serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 11 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 18 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 0.7 milligram of sodium

TURNIP, LEEK AND POTATO SOUP



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A simple French soup that works well regardless of which vegetable gets the emphasis. This is a simple French soup. If you want to vary the proportions of vegetables you can; it works well whether you emphasize the turnips, as I do here, the leeks or the potatoes. Turnips have a slightly bitter edge, and tarragon makes a lovely sweet garnish. Chives would also work.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, lunch, soups and stews, appetizer, main course

Time 1h15m

Yield 16 to 18 demitasse servings or 8 bowls

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 large leeks, white and light green part only, halved lengthwise, cleaned and sliced or chopped
Salt to taste
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 pounds turnips, peeled and diced
1 large russet potato (about 3/4 pound), peeled and diced
2 quarts water, chicken stock, or vegetable stock
A bouquet garni made with a bay leaf and a couple of sprigs each thyme and parsley
Freshly ground pepper to taste
Chopped fresh tarragon and/or chives for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy soup pot over medium heat and add the onion, leeks and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 seconds to a minute. Add the turnips, potatoes, water or stock, salt to taste, and the bouquet garni. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover and simmer 45 minutes, or until the vegetables are very tender and the soup is fragrant. Remove and discard the bouquet garni.
  • Blend the soup in batches in a blender (cover the top with a towel and hold it down to avoid hot splashes), or through a food mill fitted with the fine blade. The soup should be very smooth. Strain if desired. Return to the pot. Stir and taste. Adjust salt, add freshly ground pepper, and heat through. Serve in small bowls or espresso cups, garnished with chopped fresh tarragon and/or chives.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 197, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 39 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 2036 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams

TARRAGON-CELERY SOUP



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Quick cream of celery soup with a lot of flavor and a small kick.

Provided by tomboy

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons salted butter
1 bunch celery, thinly sliced
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground white pepper
½ teaspoon dried tarragon
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
2 cups milk
2 cups chicken broth
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon cornstarch
¼ cup dry sherry

Steps:

  • Place a large pot over medium-low heat. Add butter and melt to coat the bottom of the pot. Add celery and onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is translucent and celery is softened, 10 to 15 minutes. Keep the heat low enough so that the butter does not burn and onion does not brown or caramelize. Add garlic; cook and stir until aromatic, about 1 minute. Stir in salt, white pepper, tarragon, and cayenne.
  • Meanwhile, place a medium pot over very low heat. Add milk and chicken broth and allow to warm slowly. Do not allow to boil or scald.
  • Stir flour into the vegetable mixture until no dry flour remains. Pour in all but 1 cup of the warm liquid and bring to a low simmer.
  • Whisk cornstarch into the remaining cup of liquid until there are no lumps. Add the cornstarch mixture to the vegetables. Stir in sherry. Bring to a simmer and cook over low heat until warm throughout and slightly thickened, about 10 minutes.
  • Blend half of the soup in the bowl of a food processor or blender, then add back into the pot and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.7 calories, Carbohydrate 26.3 g, Cholesterol 28.1 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 1454.8 mg, Sugar 9.8 g

CHUNKY POTATO LEEK SOUP



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My family and I crave a steaming bowl of potato leek soup on a cold winter evening, but we don't want the butter and fat content of regular soup recipes. So I created this lighter version. I have shared it with many folks, and everyone who has tried it loves it for the robust, satisfying flavor. -Christine Frye, Odessa, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 medium leeks, coarsely chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
2 bay leaves
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/8 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Dash ground nutmeg
5 cups diced potatoes
1-1/2 cups fat-free milk
1 can (12 ounces) fat-free evaporated milk

Steps:

  • In a lightly greased nonstick skillet, cook leeks and onion for 5 minutes or until tender and just beginning to brown; set aside., In a large saucepan, cook flour and garlic powder in oil for about 2 minutes or until lightly browned. Gradually whisk in broth. Stir in the bay leaves, salt, pepper, pepper sauce, Worcestershire sauce and nutmeg. Bring to a boil; cook for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. , Stir in potatoes and leek mixture; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Stir in milk and evaporated milk; heat through. Discard bay leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 593mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LEEK, POTATO AND STILTON SOUP



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Make and share this Leek, Potato and Stilton Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by English_Rose

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 7/8 liters vegetable stock
4 leeks, sliced
4 potatoes, peeled and chopped
75 g Stilton cheese
salt & freshly ground black pepper
150 ml single cream
chopped parsley, to garnish
crusty bread, to serve

Steps:

  • In a large pan bring the stock to the boil. Add the leeks and potatoes. Return to the boil and cook over medium heat for 30 minutes.
  • Blend the soup until smooth in a jug blender or food processor or using a hand-blender. Crumble in the Stilton cheese and blend again.
  • Season the soup with salt and freshly ground pepper. Add the cream and blend until well-mixed.
  • Re-heat the soup until piping hot. Serve garnished with parsley with crusty bread on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.5, Fat 8.5, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 25.2, Sodium 204.4, Carbohydrate 34.4, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 3.5, Protein 7.1

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your soup. Look for leeks that are firm and green, potatoes that are starchy and waxy, and tarragon that is fresh and aromatic.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: When cooking the leeks and potatoes, make sure not to overcrowd the pot. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and will result in a soup that is too thick.
  • Season to taste: Be sure to season the soup to taste with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a dollop of crème fraîche for extra flavor.
  • Serve with crusty bread or a green salad: This soup is delicious served with crusty bread or a green salad. The bread will help to soak up the flavorful broth, while the salad will add a refreshing touch.

Conclusion:

Leek, potato, and tarragon soup is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its creamy texture and flavorful broth, this soup is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try.

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