Potato and Leek Soup (Potage Parmentier)

 


Potato and Leek Soup Recipe


Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 35 mins


Serves 4


Ingredients
60ml (1/4 cup) Olive Oil.

1 brown onion, halved, chopped.

1 garlic clove, crushed.

4 medium (about 700g) desiree potatoes cut into 2cm cubes.

2 leeks, pale section only, washed, dried, thinly sliced.

1.25L (5 cups) chicken or vegetable stock  -  Don’t do what I did, and read that as 125ml 🙄

3 thick slices day-old white bread, crusts removed, cut into 2cm cubes.
Extra olive oil, for croutons and to serve.
125ml (1/2 cup) thickened cream.
2 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives.



Method
Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes or until the onion softens. Add the potato and leek and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until leek softens.


Step 2
Add the stock and bring to the boil. Reduce heat to medium and gently boil, uncovered, for 20 minutes or until potato is soft. Remove from heat and set aside for 10 minutes to cool.


Step 3
Meanwhile, preheat oven to 200C or 180C fan- forced. Place bread in a roasting pan. Drizzle with remaining oil and toss until bread is evenly coated. Toast in preheated oven, shaking pan occasionally, for 10-15 minutes or until crisp. Remove croutons from oven and set aside.


Step 4

With a stick blender, blend in the saucepan until smooth.

Alternatively, transfer one-third of the potato mixture to the jug of a blender and blend until smooth. Transfer to a clean saucepan. Repeat in 2 more batches with the remaining potato mixture.


Step 5
Place the soup over medium heat. Add the cream and stir to combine. Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until hot. Taste and season with salt.


Step 6
Ladle the soup among serving bowls. Top with croutons, chives, a drizzle of olive oil and serve immediately.



Recipe notes

Is potato and leek soup good for you?
Potato and leek soup has great health benefits as leeks have high amounts of folate and polyphenols, which are helpful in supporting good cardiovascular health. What’s more, potatoes are a great source of fibre, which is perfect for weight management. 


Where is potato and leek soup from?
This soup, authentically known as potage parmentier, is considered to be a French classic. However, it has roots all over the world, with many countries having a similar dish in their cuisine. Ireland, Wales and Egypt are just some places that lay claim to this delicious soup… and I don’t blame them.


How to stop croutons from going soggy?
If left in the soup, the croutons will, naturally, absorb the moisture so I recommend storing croutons separately and toasting lightly before serving any leftovers.

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