Potato and leek pur, also known as parmentier, is a classic French dish that is both comforting and delicious. Made with simple ingredients like potatoes, leeks, and cream, this rich and creamy soup is perfect for a cozy meal on a cold day. With its velvety texture and subtle flavors, it is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Whether you are a seasoned cook or just starting out, this guide will provide you with all the tips and tricks you need to make the best potato and leek puree.
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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
POTATO LEEK SOUP
A French classic, this creamy potato leek soup is quick, easy, and comforting.
Provided by Jennifer Segal
Categories Soups
Time 1h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Melt the butter over medium heat in a large soup pot. Add the leeks and garlic and cook, stirring regularly, until soft and wilted, about 10 minutes. Adjust the heat as necessary so as not to brown.
- Add the potatoes, broth, bay leaves, thyme, salt and pepper to pot and bring to a boil. Cover and turn the heat down to low. Simmer for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are very soft.
- Fish out the thyme sprig and bay leaves, then purée the soup with a hand-held immersion blender until smooth. (Alternatively, use a standard blender to purée the soup in batches; see note.) Add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. If soup is too thin, simmer until thickened. If it's too thick, add water or stock to thin it out. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Note: If using a standard blender to purée the soup: be sure not to fill the jar more than halfway; leave the hole in the lid open and cover loosely with a dishtowel to allow the heat to escape; and pour blended soup into a clean pot.
- Freezer-Friendly Instructions: The soup can be frozen, without the cream, for up to 3 months. Defrost the soup in the refrigerator for 12 hours and then reheat it on the stovetop over medium heat until hot. Once heated through, add the cream and bring to a simmer before serving.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize about 1-1/2 cups, Calories 454, Fat 24 g, Carbohydrate 49 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sugar 10 g, Fiber 5 g, Sodium 828 mg, Cholesterol 78 mg
LEEK MASHED POTATOES
Steps:
- Peel the potatoes and cut them into 1-inch pieces. Put them into a large pot of cold water. Add a big pinch of salt and put the pot over high heat. When it comes to a boil, cook until the potatoes are just cooked through, about 20 minutes.
- While the potatoes are cooking, slice the leeks into small pieces and thoroughly wash to remove any dirt. Put a medium skillet over medium-low heat and add 2 tablespoons butter. When the butter is melted, add the leeks and season with salt and pepper. Cook the leeks until they are very soft, being careful not to let them color or burn, about 20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes in a colander. Then put the potatoes back into the pot and let the potatoes dry out a bit while you finish the leeks.
- In a small pot over low heat, add the milk, the remaining 4 tablespoons butter, garlic and thyme and warm it up. Strain the garlic and thyme from the warm milk and stir the milk into the potatoes using a wooden spoon. Mash with a potato masher, breaking up the big lumps. Stir in the melted leeks, taste and season with salt and pepper. Reserve 2 cups for another use if desired, such as the Round 2 Recipe Thanksgiving Pie. Cover the rest and keep warm until ready to serve.
POTATO-LEEK SOUP WITH MINI PIEROGI
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 12 frozen mini pierogi (half of a 1-pound package) Chopped fresh chives, for topping
- Melt the butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the leeks and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the potatoes, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until well coated, about 2 minutes.
- Add 3 cups water, the chicken broth and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to maintain a simmer. Cook until the potatoes are very tender, 15 minutes. Discard the bay leaf. Working in 2 or 3 batches, puree the soup in a blender until smooth. Transfer to a clean pot and stir in the cream; season with salt and pepper. Keep warm over low heat.
- Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a nonstick skillet over medium heat, stirring, until crisp, about 7 minutes. Transfer to paper towels using a slotted spoon. Add the pierogi to the skillet and cook, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and warmed through, about 5 minutes. Top each serving of soup with pierogi, bacon and chives.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 543 calorie, Fat 26 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Cholesterol 79 milligrams, Sodium 967 milligrams, Carbohydrate 67 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 13 grams
LIGHTER POTATO AND LEEK SOUP
From grandma, a wholesome Depression Era soup, without butter or cream. Takes a little longer to cook, but the flavors meld into an exquisite homemade light potato and leek soup you'll make again and again. Garnish with nonfat sour cream if desired. Butter and cream lovers can add a swirl of cream and a pat of butter on top of their servings.
Provided by wamsley
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Potato Soup Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine leeks and 3 tablespoons olive oil in a stockpot over medium-low heat. Saute until soft, about 15 minutes, adding more oil if needed. Sprinkle flour over leeks and mash in with a wooden spoon. Reduce heat to low and cook for 2 minutes.
- Slowly add 2 cups water, stirring constantly to create a roux. Slowly add 2 more cups water, stirring constantly. Stir in the remaining 2 cups water. Add bouillon cubes, sugar, chili-garlic sauce, and pepper. Increase heat to medium and stir occasionally until boiling.
- Add potatoes and reduce heat to a low simmer. Cook until potatoes are soft, 45 to 60 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes or so and scraping the bottom of the pot as needed. Puree soup with an immersion blender until smooth with some chunks remaining. Stir in milk to thin and heat until warmed through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.7 calories, Carbohydrate 41.4 g, Cholesterol 3.3 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 63.1 mg, Sugar 5.3 g
RUSTIC POTATO LEEK SOUP
This Rustic Potato Leek Soup recipe is kept nice and chunky, it's naturally gluten-free and vegan (no cream), and it's full of the coziest, comforting, simple flavors.
Provided by Ali
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat olive oil (or butter) in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the leeks, celery and garlic and sauté for 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add the white wine and use a wooden spoon to lift off any browned bits that are stuck to the bottom of the stockpot. Add the potatoes, vegetable stock, thyme, bay leaves, cayenne and stir to combine.
- Continue cooking until the soup reaches a simmer. Then reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.
- Remove and discard the bay leaves and thyme stems. Give the soup a taste and season with however much salt and black pepper you think it needs.
- Serve warm, garnished with whatever toppings sound good, and enjoy!
POTATO AND LEEK PURÉE, FIVE STAR RESTAURANT STYLE
Steps:
- Wash and peel potatoes, cut into 4 pieces each. Cut leeks in half on the long side - do not remove base yet! - wash the inside to remove any dirt, then cut the base and cut each half into four shorter pieces. Put leeks and potatoes in cold water, bring to boil and cook until potatoes are tender. Drain and put in food processor. Bring to purée, add white chocolate, mix again and serve! Suggestion : Sauté some shrimps and scallops in butter and serve on top of purée... Your guests will be amazed!
POTATO AND LEEK PURéE
Provided by Joachim Splichal
Categories Milk/Cream Food Processor Potato Vegetable Vegetarian Kid-Friendly Leek Small Plates
Yield Makes 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- 1. In a large pot with water just to cover, boil the potatoes and leeks forabout 30 minutes, until the potatoes are tender and easily pierced with the tip of a knife. Drain, reserving the water, and remove the potatoes. Pass them through a ricer. Set aside.
- 2. Transfer the leeks to a food processor fitted with a steel blade and purée.
- 3. Melt the butter in a heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add the riced potatoes. Gradually stir in the milk, beating with a wooden spoon until creamy. Stir in the puréed leeks. Stir in some of the reserved potato water for a more liquid consistency.
- 4. Serve immediately. Freeze leftover purée that won't be eaten the next day.
Tips:
- Choose the right potatoes: Yukon Gold or russet potatoes are best for this soup, as they hold their shape well and have a creamy texture.
- Wash the leeks thoroughly: Leeks can be quite dirty, so be sure to rinse them well before slicing.
- Don't overcrowd the pot: If you overcrowd the pot, the potatoes and leeks won't cook evenly.
- Simmer gently: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for at least 30 minutes, or until the potatoes and leeks are tender.
- Season to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a touch of cream or butter for a richer flavor.
Conclusion:
Potato and leek soup is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With its creamy texture and savory flavor, this soup is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give potato and leek soup a try. You won't be disappointed!
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