Jamie Oliver Leek and Potato Soup Recipe
The Jamie Oliver Leek and Potato Soup Recipe is perfect. It is warm and very creamy. This soup is a classic British dish.
Ingredients
- 3 medium leeks trimmed and sliced.
- 3 large potatoes peeled and chopped.
- 1 liter of organic chicken or vegetable stock.
- 1 knob of unsalted butter.
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- 1 small onion diced.
- 1 stalk of celery sliced.
- Salt and black pepper to taste.
Instructions
Sauté the Vegetables
- Put the pot on medium heat. Add butter and olive oil. Throw in onion, celery, and leeks.
Add the Potatoes
- Put the chopped potatoes pot. Stir them with soft leeks. Let them cook for two minutes.
Pour in the Stock
- Add vegetable chicken stock. Bring the liquid to a boil. Then, lower the heat to a simmer.
Cook Until Soft
- Cover with a lid. Cook for about 15 to 20 minutes. The potatoes should be very tender.
Blend the Soup
- blender to make smooth. You can leave chunks if you like. Season with salt and pepper.
Notes
- Wash the leeks very well. They often have hidden dirt.
- Use floury potatoes like Maris Piper. They make the soup creamier.
- Add a splash of cream at the end. It makes it extra rich.
- Top with fresh chives or crispy bacon. It adds a nice crunch.