It's been raining quite a bit the last five days, so I was glad that I decided to make the Leek and Potato Soup. I had planned to make it over the weekend, but I ended up making it after work on Monday. The prep time was very minimal, mostly chopping the leeks and potatoes. I used five gold potatoes instead of the one russet called for in the recipe. Gold potatoes are usually what I have on hand. I made no other changes to the recipe and I am glad because it was so delicious. I included the two optional sage leaves, and used four cups of chicken broth and three cups of whole milk.
I think the fresh herbs probably make all the difference in this soup. It smelled heavenly while it was cooking and what I liked is that it was a hearty soup that didn't take more than an hour to make. I even made the croutons sprinkling them with dried thyme, rosemary and garlic olive oil. Why I have never made my own croutons before is beyond me, but now that I have I will never, ever go back to store bought. I kept the soup chunky and topped it with the croutons and some snips of parsley. I will be making this many times over the winter months.
You can find this recipe in Dorie Greenspan's cookbook, Around my French Table on pp. 66-67.
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Beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI'm afraid that Pothole, Ohio does not have leeks.
Wasn't this good? (I love your bowl, too.) Somehow, it sounded so nourishing with the milk and chicken broth, so I'm glad I made it that way.
ReplyDeleteI agree, this was the best soup. Georgeous bowl.
ReplyDeleteThat looks like the perfect thing for a winter afternoon! I love soups and yours looks delicious! Great idea to add croutons, too.
ReplyDeleteYour soup turned out great. I'll havw to remember to use fresh herbs - I rarely buy them because they are exxy, but I will make the effort for this. I have also never made croutons before, can you believe it.
ReplyDeleteI've always pureed leek & potato soup, but yours looks so good, I think I'll leave mine as-is the next time. Beautiful job!
ReplyDeleteI should have left mine 'whole' this week but my milk did not behave. Still, I got to experience that amazing smell you describe so well. Love the bowl too. Is it "Aster"?
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A lovely description... great post!
ReplyDeleteA lovely description... great post!
ReplyDeleteYeah , the perfect soup for rainy weather and its been raining here too and definately want to try this spup too!
ReplyDeleteLooks so deliciously good!
Looks great, Elaine! I like the chunky style, too - and I love gold potatoes. I think they have more flavor. Your china is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you left your soup chunky. I was going to do the same thing but was unsure as to how it would turn out. Great post!
ReplyDeleteYour soup looks divine! Hope the rain doesn't get you down - the sun will be back soon!
ReplyDeleteLove your croutons and your dishes! - Laura
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful soup! I left mine chunky too and it was oh so delicious. Great bowl!!
ReplyDeleteThis looks so tasty and inviting. Love the bowls and your photos make it look even better. Can't wait to try this one !
ReplyDeleteYour photos are lovely! This sounds really easy and can't wait to try it out! :)You make it sound easy to do croutons as well!
ReplyDeleteYour soup looks heavenly. Love how you left it chunky and the china place setting you used for your soup is simply perfect. Nice post. I enjoyed it a lot.
ReplyDeleteOh my - what a beautiful presentation! I'm glad you made the croutons - homemade are the best! And to be honest - if I DO buy storebought - it's always chunky! Another wonderful FFwD!
ReplyDeleteI'm seeing some beautiful croutons this week on the soup...I'll be sure to make them next time; they make such a tasty addition.
ReplyDeleteWonderful! The potato leek soup I've had in the past has always been pureed... I like the idea of keeping it 'chunky.' What a beautiful presentation! I'm sure your family is loving all the great Friday food choices!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful soup! And your croutons sound delectable :)
ReplyDeleteYour soup looks great and I'm looking forward to making this recipe. Great idea to make homemade croutons. :)
ReplyDeleteYour soup turned out really well - but I am most taken with your gorgeous crockery.
ReplyDeleteyum yum yum! your soup looks great! I'll be making this one in a couple day.
ReplyDeleteQuite a delight and easily my favourite dish....lovely image... so romantic!
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