
Leek and Potato Soup
A hearty winter classic, this soup is full of chunky vegetables.
Serves 4

Difficulty
Easy

Preparation Time
Less than 10 minutes

Cooking Time
30 minutes to 1 hour

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Ingredients for 4 Servings
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350gPotatoes, peeled and chopped
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2Leeks, washed and chopped
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1Small onion, peeled and finely chopped
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900mlVegetable stock
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50gButter
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-Salt and freshly ground black pepper
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To Garnish
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-Fresh parsley, chopped
Approximate Times
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Preparation :Less than 10 minutes
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Cooking :30 minutes to 1 hour
Method
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Heat 25g of the butter in a large pan over a medium heat. Add the leeks and onion and cook gently, stirring occasionally, for about 7 minutes or until they are softened but not browned.
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Add the potatoes to the pan and cook for about 2-3 minutes, then add the stock and bring to the boil. Cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes.
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Season to taste and remove the pan from the heat. Dice and stir in the remaining butter. Garnish with the chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
If you prefer a smooth version, press the soup through a sieve and finish with crème fraîche.
Don't use a food processor to purée this soup as it gives the pototoes a gluey consistancy. Let the potatoes crumble and disintegrate naturally, the consistancy will be thicker the longer you leave them.