POMPIDOU POTATO LEEK SOUP

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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 potatoes, peeled and cut into large pieces
8 leeks, whites only, soaked in salt water to remove grit
3 stalks celery, roughly chopped
1 medium onion, peeled and quartered
1 bay leaf
2 quarts chicken stock
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup (4 ounces or 1 stick) melted butter
1 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme leaves
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • To a large pot add potatoes, 4 of the leeks, celery, onion, bay leaf and chicken stock. Let boil until potatoes are soft. Chop the remaining 4 leeks. Mix flour and butter in small bowl to make a roux for thickening the soup. Add the remaining leeks, roux, cream, fresh thyme, and salt and pepper, to taste. *Blend soup with an immersion blender (or in batches in a blender or food processor*). Simmer for 20 more minutes. Remove bay leaf and serve.
  • *When blending hot liquids: Remove liquid from the heat and allow to cool for at least 5 minutes. Transfer liquid to a blender or food processor and fill it no more than halfway. If using a blender, release one corner of the lid. This prevents the vacuum effect that creates heat explosions. Place a towel over the top of the machine, pulse a few times then process on high speed until smooth.

Bakht Muhammad
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I followed the recipe exactly and my soup was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


ilhem antabli
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This soup was too salty for my taste.


Darnell Levy
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my soup turned out bland. I think I might have added too much water.


Theresa Murphy
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover ham.


lucy appiah
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This soup is so versatile. I've added different vegetables and proteins to it and it's always delicious.


Adam Ji
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I love that this soup can be made in one pot.


Bear
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This soup is the perfect meal for a busy weeknight.


kibirige isma
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I'm not a big fan of potato leek soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and comforting.


Jvon Dew
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Tufail Jan
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I made this soup with some chicken broth instead of water and it was even more delicious.


IcyRose
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This soup is so creamy and flavorful. I love the addition of the bacon.


Momina Sajal
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I've made this soup several times and it's always delicious. It's a great way to use up leftover potatoes.


deborah moore
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This soup is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Luthando Zondi
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Bhangar Sahib
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can throw it together in about 30 minutes.


Sarah_doesgacha Lol
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I'm not a big fan of leeks, but I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this soup. The leeks added a subtle sweetness that really complemented the potatoes and bacon.


Brydon Young
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This soup was a hit with my family! The flavors of the potatoes, leeks, and bacon were perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making this again.