Description
Potage Parmentier is a classic French potato and leek soup with a creamy, comforting texture and delicate flavor.
Ingredients
- 3 large leeks, white and light green parts only, sliced
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 4 cups water or chicken broth
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ cup heavy cream or whole milk
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Fresh chives or parsley for garnish
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine leeks, potatoes, water (or broth), and salt.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Use an immersion blender or regular blender to purée the soup until smooth.
- Stir in heavy cream and butter for extra richness.
- Season with black pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh chives or parsley.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use milk instead of cream.
- A dollop of sour cream adds extra tang.
- Can be served warm or chilled as Vichyssoise.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: potato leek soup, French soup, Julia Child soup, creamy soup, easy soup recipe