Description
This Potato and Leek Soup is a comforting, creamy, and flavorful dish made with simple, wholesome ingredients like potatoes, leeks, and celery. Enhanced with nutritional yeast for a cheesy, savory touch, this soup is perfect for warming up on chilly days and can be easily customized to suit your taste.
Ingredients
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Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 clove Garlic
- 200 grams Leek
- 1 stalk Celery
- 3 medium Potatoes
- 2 liters Water
Seasonings & Flavorings
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional Yeast
- 2 teaspoons Vegetable Stock Powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Dried Parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
Instructions
- Heat oil and garlic: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the garlic clove and fry for 2-3 minutes until it turns slightly golden, releasing its aroma.
- Add leeks and celery: Chop the leeks and celery, then add them to the pot. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
- Incorporate potatoes and seasonings: Peel and dice the potatoes and add them into the pot. Also add the nutritional yeast, vegetable stock powder, salt, black pepper, and dried parsley. Stir-fry all ingredients together for another 2-3 minutes to meld flavors.
- Add water and simmer: Pour in 1 liter of water and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, cover with a lid and reduce heat to medium. Let simmer for 20 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
- Blend the soup: For texture, remove about one-third of the cooked vegetables and set aside. Use a hand blender to blend the remaining soup until smooth and creamy.
- Reintroduce reserved vegetables and serve: Stir the separated vegetables back into the blended soup to add crunch and texture. Garnish with some thinly sliced leek on top and serve warm, preferably with fresh bread.
Notes
- You can replace the nutritional yeast with grated Parmesan cheese if not vegan.
- For a richer flavor, use homemade vegetable broth instead of water.
- This soup freezes well; cool completely before freezing in airtight containers.
- Adjust salt according to your taste and dietary needs.
- Add a splash of lemon juice before serving to brighten the flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: European
Keywords: potato leek soup, vegan soup, creamy vegetable soup, easy soup recipe, healthy vegan soup
