Leek soup with brie toasts is a delightful and comforting dish, perfect for a chilly day or a special occasion. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of leeks with the creamy richness of brie cheese, creating a velvety and flavorful soup. Served with crunchy and gooey brie toasts, this soup is sure to impress your friends and family.
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LEEK SOUP WITH BRIE TOASTS
If you're looking for something special to fix on a holiday, look no further. This velvety soup is accented with tarragon, and the toasted bread topped with melted Brie cheese is the crowning touch. -Marie Hattrup, Sparks, Nevada
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, saute the leeks, mushrooms, tarragon and pepper in 2 tablespoons butter for 8-10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in flour until blended; gradually add broth and cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Place bread slices on an ungreased baking sheet. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown. Spread one side of each slice with 1/2 teaspoon butter. Place Brie on buttered side of toasts. , Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes or until cheese is melted. Ladle soup into six 8-oz. bowls; place two toasts in each bowl.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 411 calories, Fat 27g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 1110mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 14g protein.
LEEK POTATO SOUP
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
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.
CREAMY LEEK SOUP WITH BRIE
Bits of Brie add something special to this soup from our home economists. Soup is a satisfying addition to a buffet table. Use a slow cooker to keep it warm.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 1h5m
Yield 12 servings (2-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, saute leeks in butter until tender. Add broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25 minutes. , Strain, reserving broth in pan. Place leeks in a blender with 1/2 cup of broth; cover and process until smooth. , Return to the pan. Stir in 3 cups cream. Combine the flour, salt, pepper and remaining cream until smooth; stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium. , Cut Brie into small pieces; add to soup in batches, stirring until most of the cheese is melted. Garnish with chives.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Fat 18g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 794mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
LEEK SOUP WITH BRIE TOASTS
Make and share this Leek Soup With Brie Toasts recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Mom2Rose
Categories Onions
Time 40m
Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, saute the leeks, mushrooms, garlic, tarragon and pepper in 2 tablespoons butter for 8-10 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in flour until blended; gradually add broth and cream.
- Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
- Lightly toast bread on a baking sheet.
- Spread one side of each slice with 1/2 teaspoon butter.
- Place Brie on buttered side of toasts.
- Broil 3-4 inches from the heat for 1-2 minutes or until cheese is melted.
- Ladle soup into six 8-oz. bowls; place two toasts in each bowl.
- Yield: 6 servings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 733.9, Fat 29.2, SaturatedFat 17, Cholesterol 85.3, Sodium 1487.3, Carbohydrate 90.1, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 8.2, Protein 29.6
LEEK SOUP WITH BRIE TOASTS
I have not tried this yet, but it sounds delicious and elegant. It was contributed to Taste of Home magazine by reader Marie Hattrup of The Dalles, Oregon.
Provided by sandrasothere
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven or stockpot, saute the leeks, mushrooms, garlic, tarragon and pepper in 2 tablespoons of butter for 8-10 minutes or until tender.
- Stir in the flour until blended.
- Gradually add the broth and cream while whisking.
- Bring to a boil and whisk for 2 minutes, or until thickened.
- Lightly toast bread.
- Spread one side of each slice with 1/2 teaspoons butter.
- Place Brie on buttered side of toasts.
- Broil 3-4 inches from the heat for 1-2 minutes or until cheese melts.
- Ladle soup into six 8oz. bowls.
- Float two toasts in each bowl.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 714, Fat 30.6, SaturatedFat 17.1, Cholesterol 85.2, Sodium 1607.8, Carbohydrate 84.3, Fiber 6, Sugar 5.1, Protein 25.7
POTATO LEEK SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY
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
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
MUSHROOM-LEEK SOUP WITH BRIE CROUTONS
Steps:
- Melt butter in large pot over medium-high heat. Add leeks and all mushrooms; sauté 8 minutes. Add flour and stir 1 minute. Gradually mix in stock. Bring to boil, stirring frequently. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes. Add cream and Sherry and simmer 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Stir in green onions. (Soup can be made 1 day ahead. Cool slightly. Refrigerate uncovered until cold, then cover and refrigerate.)
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Place bread slices on baking sheet. Bake until light golden, about 10 minutes. Cool. Top croutons with cheese slices.
- Preheat broiler. Place 6 ovenproof bowls or soufflé dishes on baking sheet. Bring soup to simmer; ladle into bowls. Top each with 2 croutons. Broil until cheese is completely melted, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle with chives and serve.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful leeks and a creamy, flavorful Brie cheese will make all the difference in this soup.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when sautéing the leeks: This will help them to cook evenly and prevent them from becoming soggy.
- Be patient when cooking the soup: Simmer it for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Season the soup to taste: Add salt, pepper, and nutmeg to taste until the soup is flavorful and balanced.
- Serve the soup with crispy Brie toasts: This will add a delicious contrast of textures and flavors to the soup.
Conclusion:
This leek soup with Brie toasts is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. The soup is creamy and flavorful, with a hint of sweetness from the leeks. The Brie toasts add a crispy and cheesy contrast to the soup. This soup is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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